Unsettled and Possible Severe Weather Continues for West, Central Alabama
We are closely monitoring the weather situation for today (Wednesday, May 25) and tomorrow (Thursday, May 26). The Storm Prediction Center has placed all 67 Alabama counties under a marginal risk which is a level 1 out of 5.
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has pointed out the following information:
- Intervals of showers and storms are expected through Thursday before we head back into a stretch of dry weather.
- A few storms could be severe today and Thursday.
- Locally heavy rainfall could also result in a couple of instances of minor flooding
Wednesday Outlook
James Spann, ABC 33/40, and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist said that we can expect “occasional rain and a few strong thunderstorms.” Also, “rain could be heavy at times through tonight.”
National Weather Service in Birmingham Wednesday Notes
Where:
All of central Alabama
When:
1 pm to 9 pm
Threats:
Damaging winds up to 60 mph, hail up to quarter size, and localized flooding of low-lying and poor drainage areas may occur
Thursday Outlook
Spann noted that “the unsettled pattern continues. Occasional showers and storms are likely tomorrow and tomorrow night, with potential for heavy rain at times.” Also, there is a “low-end tornado threat tomorrow as dynamic support will be unusually strong for late May. A large mass of morning rain will likely keep instability values in check, but just be weather aware during the day.”
National Weather Service in Birmingham Thursday Notes
Where:
All of central Alabama
When:
Morning through afternoon
Threats:
Damaging winds up to 60 mph, hail up to quarter size, a tornado, and localized flooding of low-lying and poor drainage areas may occur
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