The Storm Preduction Center has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for much of North and Central Alabama this afternoon. It is valid until 8 p.m. CDT.
Across North Alabama…it includes Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Franklin, Jackson, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, Marshall and Morgan Counties.
Across Central Alabama…it includes Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Clay, Cleburne, Etowah, Marion, Randolph, St. Clair, Talladega and Winston Counties.
Thunderstorms were already developing over the Tennessee Valley, especially Northwest Alabama. A severe thunderstorm warning has just been issued for Lawrence County. At 12:15, storms were fairly numerous over the northwestern corner of the state. Developing showers and storms were over the northeastern quarter of the state. More storms were forming over Northeast Mississippi. These storms may affect Marion and Lamar Counties shortly.
This activity will continue to develop through the afternoon, with the very real threat of damaging winds from downbursts. These can cause significant damage.
Be aware of any thunderstorms that approach or develop near you. Be especially alert for lightning from any storm. It is a deadly killer. There will also be heavy rains and marginally severe hail.
