In addition to the severe threat, a slow moving boundary will promote periods of heavy rainfall at times. A Flood Watch is in effect for much of Central Alabama through noon Saturday. Rainfall amounts from 2-4" are likely, with locally higher amounts of 5"+.
Strong to severe thunderstorms are forecast to develop this morning with several rounds expected through tonight. There is currently a Slight Risk (Level 2/5) for severe storms across much of southwest-central Alabama. A Marginal Risk (Level 1/5) risk extends east towards the AL/GA state line. The environment will be supportive of damaging winds and a brief tornado. Make sure you have multiple ways to receive warnings tomorrow! Continue to check back for future updates!
There is a Marginal risk (Level 1/5) on Saturday as convection continues along a slow moving boundary. Storms will begin to move east of the area during the afternoon hours.
Chances for showers and thunderstorms increase ramp up Friday afternoon into the evening hours. A few of these storms will be strong to severe at times. High temps warm into the upper 60s to upper 70s.