Showers and thunderstorms are headed for West Alabama, and some could be severe.The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH in effect until 5 tonight for most of our listening area.

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Showers and thunderstorms are expected to begin this afternoon and continue through the evening, though the greatest window for severe storms is forecast through 5 p.m. Storms have the potential to bring strong winds, cloud to ground lightning, and quarter-size hail.

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The National Weather Service also notes that today is going to be hot, hot, HOT. The heat index in Tuscaloosa could reach 105 degrees.

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