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Beneficial Rain For South Alabama Today; Drier Air For The Weekend

Beneficial Rain For South Alabama Today; Drier Air For The Weekend

| September 6, 2024 @ 5:38 am

RADAR CHECK: Rain is relatively widespread this morning across Alabama south of I-20, and west of I-65. Rain will continue to expand this morning, but the most widespread coverage and heavier totals will be over the southern half of the state thanks to a weak low moving through the northern Gulf of Mexico.

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Beneficial Rain Ahead For The Southern Half Of Alabama

Beneficial Rain Ahead For The Southern Half Of Alabama

| September 5, 2024 @ 3:05 pm

RADAR CHECK: Areas of light rain continue over the southern half of Alabama this afternoon near a stalled surface front/trough near the Gulf Coast. Most of the state has a cloudy sky, but the sun is out over the Tennessee Valley with temperatures in the 80s.

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Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations

Alabama State Parks marks progress in major renovations

| September 5, 2024 @ 3:00 pm

With more than $150 million available for renovations, repairs and construction, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ State Parks System is in the middle of major upgrades and enhancements to help the parks’ guests embrace and enjoy Alabama’s natural beauty.

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Can’t Miss Alabama: Inaugural Bham Foodie Fest to take place this weekend

Can’t Miss Alabama: Inaugural Bham Foodie Fest to take place this weekend

| September 5, 2024 @ 12:30 pm

Get ready for a culinary experience like no other as the inaugural Bham Foodie Fest takes over historic Sloss Furnaces Saturday, Sept. 7, from noon to 6 p.m.

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A Look Back at Tropical Storm Alberto, the first storm of the 2024 Season

A Look Back at Tropical Storm Alberto, the first storm of the 2024 Season

| September 5, 2024 @ 10:36 am

The National Hurricane Center has posted The Tropical Cyclone Report for Tropical Storm Alberto which occurred on June 19-20 of this year.  This was the first named storm of the 2024 season and the 8th time the name Alberto has been used for a tropical system. 

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Midday Nowcast: Clouds, Rain, and Drought for Alabama

Midday Nowcast: Clouds, Rain, and Drought for Alabama

| September 5, 2024 @ 9:26 am

Clouds and rain are increasing over the today and through the day tomorrow as a low pressure will track east along the Northern Gulf Coast.

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Dr. Ann says these are the 4 pillars of healthy grocery shopping

Dr. Ann says these are the 4 pillars of healthy grocery shopping

| September 5, 2024 @ 9:00 am

While you’re shopping healthy, pick up a few ears of corn and give this summer corn sauté recipe a try.

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Periods Of Rain Through Tomorrow; Mostly Dry Weekend

Periods Of Rain Through Tomorrow; Mostly Dry Weekend

| September 5, 2024 @ 5:38 am

RADAR CHECK: We have large areas of mostly light rain across parts of Alabama early this morning with a mostly cloudy sky. We expect periods of rain through tomorrow night as a weak surface low moves along the Gulf Coast. The most widespread and beneficial rain will be over the southern half of the state, where amounts of one to two inches are likely.

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Site Selection recognizes Alabama Power as a Top Utility in Economic Development

Site Selection recognizes Alabama Power as a Top Utility in Economic Development

| September 4, 2024 @ 4:00 pm

Site Selection magazine has once again honored Alabama Power as a Top Utility in Economic Development, recognizing the company’s diverse and extensive economic development efforts.

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Rain Coverage Increasing Across Alabama Through Friday

Rain Coverage Increasing Across Alabama Through Friday

| September 4, 2024 @ 3:07 pm

RADAR CHECK: We have scattered showers over the southern third of Alabama this afternoon; the northern counties are dry with a good supply of sunshine. Temperatures are mostly in the 80s; Montgomery is one of the few spots reaching the 90 degree mark.

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The 2024 Hurricane Season:  Active….Then Very Quiet….What Is Happening? Breaking Down the Details and Showing the Latest from the NHC!

The 2024 Hurricane Season: Active….Then Very Quiet….What Is Happening? Breaking Down the Details and Showing the Latest from the NHC!

| September 4, 2024 @ 2:45 pm

Detailed breakdown of a discussion from Colorado State University on the 2024 Hurricane Season and what the NHC is monitoring right now!

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Increasing Rain/Isolated Flood Threat For the Alabama Coast

Increasing Rain/Isolated Flood Threat For the Alabama Coast

| September 4, 2024 @ 1:12 pm

The Weather Prediction Center has posted a Mesoscale Precipitation Discussion about the increase in convection heading toward the Gulf Coast.  Slow-moving storms are light up from near Port Lavaca, TX to New Orleans and just offshore the Alabama and Western Florida Panhandle coastlines.  Some portions of southern LA have received 2-3 inches of rain in […]

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Alabama, industry leaders highlight AMP Center’s impact on EV industry

Alabama, industry leaders highlight AMP Center’s impact on EV industry

| September 4, 2024 @ 12:00 pm

State and industry leaders gathered last week at the Alabama Mobility and Power (AMP) Center in Tuscaloosa to discuss the center’s work to support Alabama’s automotive industry through research and innovation in the electric vehicle (EV) space.

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Midday Nowcast: Nice, Late Summer Day

Midday Nowcast: Nice, Late Summer Day

| September 4, 2024 @ 10:00 am

Mostly dry again today, and highs are in the mid 80s. Rain coverage will begin to increase over the southern counties of the state tomorrow and Friday as a low pressure will develop and track east across the Northern Gulf Coast.

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