Thousands of people in Alabama and Georgia are bracing for a severe weather threat on Saturday, with thousands issued tornado watches and severe weather advisories. The National Weather Service has confirmed that a tornado watch remains in effect for central Alabama, including several counties and major cities, through Saturday afternoon.
Residents are advised to stay tuned to updates and be prepared to take action if a warning is issued. The NWS Birmingham office warned of the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, heavy rain, and even a brief tornado in some areas. Rainfall totals could reach up to 1-2 inches, with isolated amounts over 3 inches.
Meteorologist Jim Stefkovich said that wind gusts from 40-60 mph may occur through the afternoon, and a brief tornado cannot be ruled out in the far southeastern sections of the state. The severe weather is expected to taper off by Saturday afternoon, but not before temperatures plummet overnight, with lows in the mid-to-upper 30s north of I-85 and low 40s to the south.
Residents are urged to monitor alerts and take precautions, particularly due to flash flood warnings and hazardous weather outlooks. While the severe weather threat has diminished by evening, it's essential for residents to stay informed and be prepared for any further developments.
Residents are advised to stay tuned to updates and be prepared to take action if a warning is issued. The NWS Birmingham office warned of the possibility of strong to severe thunderstorms, damaging winds, heavy rain, and even a brief tornado in some areas. Rainfall totals could reach up to 1-2 inches, with isolated amounts over 3 inches.
Meteorologist Jim Stefkovich said that wind gusts from 40-60 mph may occur through the afternoon, and a brief tornado cannot be ruled out in the far southeastern sections of the state. The severe weather is expected to taper off by Saturday afternoon, but not before temperatures plummet overnight, with lows in the mid-to-upper 30s north of I-85 and low 40s to the south.
Residents are urged to monitor alerts and take precautions, particularly due to flash flood warnings and hazardous weather outlooks. While the severe weather threat has diminished by evening, it's essential for residents to stay informed and be prepared for any further developments.
Ugh, can't believe these severe weather conditions are happening again in the South! People need to get their act together and prepare for this storm already! 
I'm so tired of hearing about tornado watches and severe weather advisories - it's time to take action! 
If you live in Alabama or Georgia, make sure you're checking the weather updates regularly and getting ready for heavy rain, strong winds, and possibly even a tornado. Don't be a victim of this storm - be proactive and stay safe! 
like what even is the point of having a tornado watch if you're not gonna prepare?! And the forecast is looking super sketchy too - strong winds, heavy rain, potential tornadoes... it's like Mother Nature decided to throw everything at them all at once 
1-2 inches isn't nothing when you're talking about flash floods and hazardous conditions. I'm seriously worried about the people who live in low-lying areas or near rivers... it's like they're just sitting ducks waiting for disaster to strike 
I know severe weather is unpredictable, but still - can't we just hope for the best?! 
. Tornado watches are never a good sign, even if the chances of a tornado are low... what if? 
. Plus those wind gusts can be super scary... I've seen them cause major damage in the past 
. Can we say please, Mother Nature, be gentle this time around? 
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. The temps plummeting overnight is gonna make things even more unpredictable... I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the severe weather threat doesn't get worse by evening 
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. I mean, tornado watches and severe weather advisories aren't something you want to take lightly, right? 
The National Weather Service is being super clear about the risks, so hopefully everyone's taking it seriously 
. And I'm curious if they're doing enough to prepare for power outages and communication disruptions 
. The meteorologist is saying that wind gusts could get pretty strong, so I hope everyone's securing their outdoor stuff 
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. Fingers crossed no one gets hurt 
i dont really understand how they predict these things but isnt it kinda cool how meteorologists know what to expect? anyway, 1-2 inches of rain is like, pretty heavy right? i hope everyone stays safe... or at least gets a good laugh out of the cat video 