Although it hasn't felt much like spring over the past few days, with summer-like temperatures, it is very much spring in the south with a side of severe weather.

We are closely monitoring an approaching active weather system that will move into Alabama during the overnight hours on Sunday, April 6.

Stay tuned for updates, as this storm system is still developing, and the timing of possible impacts may change.

Sunday Overview

Risk Level and Areas

The Storm Prediction Center has placed the majority of Alabama under a "slight risk" (level 2 out of 5) for severe thunderstorms.

This includes the Townsquare Media Coverage Area, which includes Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker counties.

Primary Threats

The National Weather Service in Birmingham stated that the threats associated with this incoming weather system include “a few tornadoes, damaging winds of up to 60 mph, and hail up to quarter-size.”

James Spann, ABC 33/40 and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist, said that “heavier storms will be capable of producing strong, gusty winds and some hail.” Based on forecast wind profiles, an isolated tornado or two is possible.”

Rainfall totals are expected to range between 1 to 3 inches. With the slow-moving system of widespread rain and thunderstorms, localized flooding could become a concern.

Timeline

The current timeline from the National Weather Service in Birmingham spans from Sunday, April 6, at 1 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, the West Alabama counties are split between various timelines.

This system is likely to move slowly as it crosses the Yellowhammer State.

Current Townsquare Media Coverage Area Timeline from NWS in Birmingham

Bibb: Sunday 6 a.m. - Noon

Fayette: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Greene: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Hale: Sunday 1 a.m. - Noon

Lamar: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Perry: Sunday 6 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Pickens: Sunday 1 a.m. - Noon

Sumter: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Tuscaloosa: Sunday 1 a.m. - Noon

Walker: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Important Notes about the Timeline

“High-resolution models are not in very good agreement this morning concerning the timing along the various severe weather parameters, which is pretty unusual just 24-36 hours out,” said Spann.

“This means that forecast confidence is not as high as we typically expect for a short-term forecast, so please watch for updates later today and tonight.”

Mary K. – Weather Forecaster