Alabama residents are being warned of a dangerous severe thunderstorm and tornado outbreak expected to hit the state starting late tonight and lasting through Saturday night. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a moderate risk for most of Alabama, with the potential for large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes, including long-track tornadoes.
The first round of severe weather is expected to hit late tonight through early Saturday morning, with the highest risk over the western half of the state. The second round, expected to hit from Saturday afternoon through early Sunday morning, poses an even greater risk, with a moderate risk covering most of Alabama.
Residents are urged to take the threat seriously and be prepared by having a NOAA Weather Radio, the ABC 33/40 weather app, helmets, hard shoes, and a portable air horn in their safe place. Mobile home residents are advised to know the location of the nearest shelter and not to stay in their homes during a tornado warning.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed through social media channels, such as the James Spann and ABC 33/40 YouTube channels, and to alert friends and family members in tornado warning areas. Despite the severe weather threat, the sky is expected to clear on Sunday, with a few isolated showers possible in the afternoon.
While next week is expected to be mostly dry, a cold front may bring showers and storms late Wednesday night. The severe weather threat is not expected to be significant at this time.
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