RADAR CHECK: All of the scattered showers and thunderstorms are over the southern half of the state this afternoon; North Alabama is completely dry with lower heat and humidity levels.
Heavier storms across South Alabama are producing gusty winds and frequent lightning; they will fade tonight after sunset.
Most communities will see a high in the 93-99 degree range tomorrow and Thursday with the usual risk of spotty afternoon and evening showers and thunderstorms.
FRIDAY AND THE WEEKEND: Routine summer weather is expected Friday and over the weekend. Partly sunny days, highs mostly in the low 90s, and random, scattered showers and storms around generally between noon and 9:00 p.m.
Not much change is expected through next week… See the video briefing for maps, graphics, and more details.
TROPICS: All remains very calm across the Atlantic basin; tropical storm formation is not expected for at least the next 7-10 days.
ON THIS DATE IN 1931: The Yangtze River in China peaks during a horrible flood that kills 3.7 million people directly and indirectly over the next several months. This flood was perhaps the worst natural disaster of the 20th century.
ON THIS DATE IN 1983: Hurricane Alicia: Alicia came ashore near San Luis Pass, Texas, as a Category 3 hurricane with winds of 115 mph.
Look for the next video briefing here by 6:00 a.m. tomorrow…
