Strong Storms Affecting Parts Of Talladega, Elmore, Tallapoosa, Coosa, & Clay Counties

Scott Martin | March 29, 2018 @ 4:08 pm

At 4:03 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Sylacauga to near Deatsville. Movement was east at 35 mph. Winds in excess of 40 mph will be possible with these storms.

Therefore, NWS Birmingham has issued a Significant Weather Advisory for southeastern Talladega, northern Elmore, northwestern Tallapoosa, Coosa, and Clay counties until 5:00 PM.

Locations impacted include…
Alexander City, Millbrook, Sylacauga, Wetumpka, Lineville, Ashland, Goodwater, Rockford, Kellyton, Equality, Stewartville, Weogufka, Elmore, Coosada, Deatsville, Eclectic, Jacksons’ Gap, New Site, Waldo and Goldville.

Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms, and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.

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Scott Martin is an operational meteorologist, professional graphic artist, musician, husband, and father. Not only is Scott a member of the National Weather Association, but he is also the Central Alabama Chapter of the NWA president. Scott is also the co-founder of Racecast Weather, which provides forecasts for many racing series across the USA. He also supplies forecasts for the BassMaster Elite Series events including the BassMaster Classic.