Tag Archives: winter storm
Major Snow/Ice Event Ahead
Here is an early morning look at the winter storm headed for Alabama; Brian will be along shortly with a fresh Weather Xtreme video…. See the forecast accumulation graphics from me, and the Birmingham NWS below… Not much difference in … Continue reading
Winter Storm FAQ
Scroll down for a treasure trove of information on what is coming our way. All the videos, maps, etc should answer many questions, but let’s break down some of the most important questions… *WHEN? A wintry mix of sleet and … Continue reading
NWS Projection
As I posted here a day or so ago, with any winter weather event, everybody has an opinion, like everyone has a belly button. Jim Stefkovich of the NWS sent me his projected snow accumulation… which is very similar to … Continue reading
T-Minus 30 Hours
Writing this late Saturday morning, about 30 hours prior to the expected beginning of a significant winter storm for Alabama. You can scroll down for a look at our forecast and projections… but we are just about at that time … Continue reading
Updated Snow Accumulation Projection
Here is a look at the 12Z snow accumulation output from the RPM model… We have to respect this model’s performance with the winter weather events this season (it has done very well), and it shows the snow maximum of … Continue reading
Another One For You
See this meteogram for Birmingham… snow accumulation from model output. Note that we have three model runs 7 to 11 inches here. Again, this is NOT a forecast, but something we must consider as we get closer to the event. … Continue reading
Friday Night Notes
Just some random information as things have finally gone somewhat calm for a bit…. *Deep down inside, the anticipation of snow brings back the excitement I remember as a child. I saw my first snow flakes at the old Normandale … Continue reading
Model Update
A quick peek at the output of the new 18Z NAM shows heavy snow for North-Central Alabama… suggest 6-10 inches of snow around here. We are NOT that aggressive with our forecast, which I posted below the NAM output…
Snow/Ice Threat Sunday/Monday
An all new edition of the ABC 33/40 Weather Xtreme video is available in the player on the right sidebar of the blog. You can subscribe to the Weather Xtreme video on iTunes by clicking here. Be sure and watch … Continue reading
Accumulation Potential
Will have the full discussion and video posted by 3:00, but here is a look at the new snow accumulation graphic we will use this afternoon… *Main impact of the winter storm will be from 12:00 noon Sunday through 12:00 … Continue reading
