EXPIRED Severe T-Storm Warning — Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin Co. Until 2:45 AM

The National Weather Service in Huntsville, Alabama, has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for the following counties:

Lauderdale County
Colbert County
Franklin County
This warning remains in effect until 2:45 AM CDT.

Current Situation
At 1:48 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were detected along a line extending from near Savannah to 6 miles north of Hinkle to near Snow Lake Shores, moving southeast at 40 mph. These storms are capable of producing:

Hazard:
60 mph wind gusts
Quarter-size hail

Source: Radar indicated

Impact:
Hail damage to vehicles is expected.
Wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees is likely.

Areas Affected
The following locations are in the path of these severe thunderstorms and should take immediate action:
Florence
Muscle Shoals
Russellville
Sheffield
Tuscumbia
Red Bay
Phil Campbell
Killen
Cherokee
Littleville

Safety Precautions
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
Stay away from windows to avoid injury from broken glass or flying debris.
Secure outdoor objects that could be blown around by the wind.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 8:00 AM CDT for north central and northwestern Alabama. This means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop, and you should remain alert for rapidly changing weather conditions.

Final Note
Stay informed by monitoring local weather updates and following the instructions of emergency management officials. Your safety is the top priority during these severe weather conditions.

Stay safe and take necessary precautions until the all-clear is given.

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