Strong Winds, Tornadoes, Heavy Rain, & Hail Expected in Alabama

Alabamians are bracing for yet another round of severe weather, marking the third consecutive weekend of storms.

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We are closely watching a stalled weather system over the Mississippi, Tennessee, and Ohio Valleys, which is expected to track eastward on Sunday, bringing our area the threat of severe weather.

Residents should be prepared that this will be a slow-moving system.

Risk Levels

The Storm Prediction Center has elevated the risk level for parts of Alabama, while most of the state remains under a slight risk.

Townsquare Media Coverage Area Risk Areas

Bibb: Slight Risk

Fayette: The Northwest corner of this county is under an enhanced risk.

Greene: Slight Risk

Hale: Slight Risk

Lamar: A good portion of this county is under an enhanced risk.

Perry: Slight Risk

Pickens: Slight Risk

Sumter: Slight Risk

Tuscaloosa: Slight Risk

Walker: Slight Risk

Townsquare Media Coverage Area Timeline

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. – Noon

Pickens: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Sumter: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Tuscaloosa: Sunday 1 a.m. – Noon

Walker: Sunday 1 a.m. – 7 a.m.

Severe Weather Threats

The primary threat will be damaging straight-line winds, accompanied by the potential for tornadoes embedded within the storm line. There is also a chance of large hail.

In addition, there is a concern for flooding by late Sunday afternoon into the evening.

READ MORE: Expected Excessive Rainfall in Alabama: Flood Watch Issued

Mary K. – Weather Forecaster