NWS Issues Severe Thunderstorm Alert
Officials are advising residents to move indoors immediately and seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. The storm is producing continuous cloud-to-ground lightning, heavy rainfall, and conditions that could lead to flash flooding.Meteorologists’ Latest Update
At the time of the warning, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located near Reece City, close to Gadsden, moving southeast at 5 mph.Hazards and Impacts:
Gadsden, Rainbow City, Attalla, Hokes Bluff, Glencoe, Reece City, Aurora, Ballplay, Gadsden Mall, Noccalula Falls, Neely Henry Lake, Southside, Gadsden Steam Plant, Rockledge, Cobb City, Northside, Gadsden Water Works, Reaves, Ramsey, and Big Wills Creek.The warning is in effect until 5 p.m. CDT.What a severe thunderstorm warning Means
A severe thunderstorm warning is issued when a storm is occurring or imminent and capable of producing:
Officials are advising residents to move indoors immediately and seek shelter in an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. The storm is producing continuous cloud-to-ground lightning, heavy rainfall, and conditions that could lead to flash flooding.Meteorologists’ Latest Update
At the time of the warning, radar indicated a severe thunderstorm located near Reece City, close to Gadsden, moving southeast at 5 mph.Hazards and Impacts:
- Hazard: 60 mph wind gusts
- Source: Radar detection
- Impact: Potential damage to roofs, siding, and trees
Gadsden, Rainbow City, Attalla, Hokes Bluff, Glencoe, Reece City, Aurora, Ballplay, Gadsden Mall, Noccalula Falls, Neely Henry Lake, Southside, Gadsden Steam Plant, Rockledge, Cobb City, Northside, Gadsden Water Works, Reaves, Ramsey, and Big Wills Creek.The warning is in effect until 5 p.m. CDT.What a severe thunderstorm warning Means
A severe thunderstorm warning is issued when a storm is occurring or imminent and capable of producing:
- Winds of 58 mph or stronger
- Hail at least 1 inch in diameter
