Storm Alert for Alabama: Stay Ready Tonight

The National Weather Service warns that most of the state could see severe weather from 5 p.m. Tuesday to 4 a.m. Wednesday.

• Level 2 risk: scattered thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, and high winds are possible.
• Only the coast and a small southeastern corner are not under this warning.

Why You Should Pay Attention

• Storms may hit people while they sleep.
  Set up a weather alert on your radio or phone so you can wake up if danger comes.
  Ensure your phone isn’t on silent and keep a battery charger nearby.

Recent Weather Activity

• Earlier this week, storms moved into northern Alabama.
  A tornado watch was issued for a few northwestern counties but cancelled before midnight.
• Rain that started in the morning is still moving northward, while the south remains dry.

Outlook for Today

• Showers could appear later in the day.
• The agency is monitoring how morning activity changes the weather for the afternoon and evening.

Wednesday Forecast

• More storms could arrive, especially from 7 p.m. to midnight.
  Strong winds and hail will be the main threats then.
• Rain might help ease drought in some parts of Alabama.

Expected Precipitation

Keep an eye on updates from April 27 to May 4 for how much rain will fall.