Archive for December 1st, 2018

SPC Expands Slight Risk Area, Severe Threat Now Extends Past Midnight Tonight

SPC Expands Slight Risk Area, Severe Threat Now Extends Past Midnight Tonight

| December 1, 2018 @ 11:49 am

The latest updated Day 1 Severe Weather Outlook graphic is out from the Storm Prediction Center, and they have included even more of Central Alabama in the standard Slight Risk for severe storms for this afternoon and into the overnight hours.

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Significant Weather Advisory For Northwestern Lauderdale And Northwestern Colbert Counties Until 11:30 AM CST

Significant Weather Advisory For Northwestern Lauderdale And Northwestern Colbert Counties Until 11:30 AM CST

| December 1, 2018 @ 10:58 am

At 10:57 AM CST, Doppler Radar Was Tracking A Strong Thunderstorm Over Iuka, Moving Northeast At 60 Mph. Pea Size Hail And Winds In Excess Of 30 Mph Will Be Possible With This Storm.

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SPC Mesoscale Discussion: Severe Potential… Watch Possible

SPC Mesoscale Discussion: Severe Potential… Watch Possible

| December 1, 2018 @ 10:46 am

Severe threat will increase across the Florida Panhandle this afternoon. Damaging winds and perhaps a tornado are the primary threats.

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No Thunder Currently Across Central Alabama, Conditional Severe Storm Threat Remains For This Afternoon

No Thunder Currently Across Central Alabama, Conditional Severe Storm Threat Remains For This Afternoon

| December 1, 2018 @ 9:15 am

Radar at 9:10 AM shows the bulk of the rain activity over the east-central and the southeastern parts of Central Alabama, with spotty to scattered showers over the rest of the area.

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The Year of Michael and Florence: 25 Interesting Facts About the 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season

The Year of Michael and Florence: 25 Interesting Facts About the 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season

| December 1, 2018 @ 9:00 am

The 2018 Atlantic Hurricane Season will be remembered for Hurricane Michael and Hurricane Florence.

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Potential For Strong To Severe Storms This Afternoon Across Central Alabama

Potential For Strong To Severe Storms This Afternoon Across Central Alabama

| December 1, 2018 @ 7:21 am

We have a tricky forecast for today as conditions would support the development of strong to severe thunderstorms during the afternoon and into the early evening hours, but that is conditional on how much can the atmosphere recover from this morning’s storms.

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Daily Climate Report for Birmingham: November 30th, 2018

Daily Climate Report for Birmingham: November 30th, 2018

| December 1, 2018 @ 7:05 am

The high in Birmingham for November 30th, 2018 was 66F.  The low was 56F.

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Conditional Severe Weather Threat This Afternoon

Conditional Severe Weather Threat This Afternoon

| December 1, 2018 @ 6:17 am

THIS MORNING: A large mass of rain has been moving across Alabama this morning; nothing severe, and little lightning…. This rain will shift eastward in coming hours, with only a few lingering showers around here by mid to late morning. THIS AFTERNOON: The air becomes unstable this afternoon with rising dewpoints and warmer surface temperatures… […]

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A Quick Look at the Alabama Weather Situation Early This Morning:  Severe Storms Possible Today

A Quick Look at the Alabama Weather Situation Early This Morning: Severe Storms Possible Today

| December 1, 2018 @ 6:08 am

There is a threat for severe weather including tornadoes across Central and South Alabama if storms are able to form. Please pay attention to the latest weather information this afternoon.

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Alabama Power Celebrates 1 Million Electric Vehicles On U.S. Roads

Alabama Power Celebrates 1 Million Electric Vehicles On U.S. Roads

| December 1, 2018 @ 5:00 am

An all-time high of 1 million electric vehicles (EVs) are on roads throughout the United States as the number of EV options from automakers and charging infrastructure continues to grow.

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You May Need To Ho Ho Hurry For Holiday Films At The Alabama Theatre

You May Need To Ho Ho Hurry For Holiday Films At The Alabama Theatre

| December 1, 2018 @ 5:00 am

This is one of the most wonderful times of the year for the Alabama Theatre as its Holiday Film Series brings favorite seasonal movies to the perfect venue.

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SPC Mesoscale Discussion: Severe Potential… Watch Possible

SPC Mesoscale Discussion: Severe Potential… Watch Possible

| December 1, 2018 @ 4:32 am

An isolated wind-damage and tornado threat will likely develop this morning across parts of southern Mississippi, southern Alabama and the western Florida Panhandle. Weather watch issuance may be required.

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