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It’s a Good Time to Check Your Severe Weather Safety Plan
Calendar January 22, 2018
It’s a Good Time to Check Your Severe Weather Safety Plan

With a severe weather threat for this week across North and Central Alabama, now is a good time to review...

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Storm Prediction Center Severe Weather Outlook Categories Explained
Calendar January 22, 2018
Storm Prediction Center Severe Weather Outlook Categories Explained

We have a severe weather threat coming this week, so I thought it would be a great time to review...

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The Different Types of Flooding That Can Occur In Central Alabama
Calendar July 25, 2017
The Different Types of Flooding That Can Occur In Central Alabama

Central Alabama is susceptible to flooding year-round due to its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and the nearly unlimited...

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BMX Radar Is Back Up And Running
Calendar July 12, 2017
BMX Radar Is Back Up And Running

UPDATE: The BMX Radar maintenance has been completed and has returned to operational duty. The BMX Radar will be down...

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A Few Helpful Flood Safety Rules To Follow
Calendar June 6, 2017
A Few Helpful Flood Safety Rules To Follow

Know What To Listen For A Flash Flood or Flood Watch means conditions are favorable for sudden short-term (less than...

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New Look To The Tools Used By The NHC For The 2017 Hurricane Season
Calendar June 5, 2017
New Look To The Tools Used By The NHC For The 2017 Hurricane Season

A New Look To The National Hurricane Center Graphics The National Hurricane Center is changing the appearance of the graphics...

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We Could See An Above-Normal Hurricane Season In 2017
Calendar May 30, 2017
We Could See An Above-Normal Hurricane Season In 2017

Earlier today, forecasters at NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center said the Atlantic could see another above-normal hurricane season this year. Forecasters...

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Do You Know The Difference Between A Watch And A Warning?
Calendar May 27, 2017
Do You Know The Difference Between A Watch And A Warning?

Before severe weather strikes Central Alabama, now is a good time to go over the differences between severe thunderstorm and...

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Respect the Polygon: The Difference Between Storm Based And County Based Warnings
Calendar April 26, 2017
Respect the Polygon: The Difference Between Storm Based And County Based Warnings

It is critical that you have a reliable way of receiving severe weather watches and warnings immediately. Lead times for...

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Take Action: Don’t Forget Pets When Planning For Disasters
Calendar April 22, 2017
Take Action: Don’t Forget Pets When Planning For Disasters

By Alabama NewsCenter Staff Some simple precautions can reduce your chances of losing a pet if disaster strikes, Dr. Josh...

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Dr. Josh Klapow: What To Say To Your Kids When Severe Weather Strikes
Calendar April 7, 2017
Dr. Josh Klapow: What To Say To Your Kids When Severe Weather Strikes

By Josh Klapow It’s severe weather season. For many regions of the country, including Alabama, severe weather is a part...

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Calendar May 20, 2007
Rip Current Safety Rules

As you head to the beach this spring and summer, here are some important tips to survive rips currents and...

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