Strong to Severe Storms Impacting West and Central Alabama

Powerful and potentially severe storms are currently affecting the West and Central regions of Alabama. Residents in these areas should remain vigilant and stay updated on weather alerts as the situation continues to unfold. Stay safe and take necessary precautions!

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Bibb

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the entire Bibb County until 8:00 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southern Bibb County until 8:15 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Fayette

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southeastern Fayette County until 8:30 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Greene

No watch or warning

Hale

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the entire Hale County until 7:45 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Lamar

No watch or warning

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Perry

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for the entire Perry County until 8:15 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Pickens

No watch or warning

Sumter

No watch or warning

Tuscaloosa

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southwestern Tuscaloosa County until 7:45 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Eastern Tuscaloosa County until 8:00 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeastern Tuscaloosa County until 8:30 p.m. [EXPIRED]

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Walker

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southeastern Walker County until 8:00 p.m. [EXPIRED]

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeastern Walker County until 8:45 p.m.

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