Huntsville, AL – A fast-moving line of thunderstorms is sweeping across North Alabama Saturday afternoon, bringing gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning to communities including Huntsville, Cullman, and surrounding areas.
The storm line was moving east at roughly 25 to 30 mph around 4:35 p.m., with the strongest activity stretching from near Sewanee, Tennessee through Huntsville and northwest Cullman County, according to the National Weather Service in Huntsville.
According to the National Weather Service, wind gusts up to 45 mph have already been reported with the storms, and periods of intense rainfall and frequent lightning are expected through about 5 p.m. as the system continues moving across the region.
Cities including Huntsville, Madison, Decatur, Cullman, and Scottsboro may experience brief bursts of heavy rain capable of reducing visibility and creating hazardous travel conditions during the evening commute. Drivers along Interstate 565, U.S. 72, and Interstate 65 could encounter sudden downpours as the storms pass.
Meteorologists say the main threats with this line of storms include:
- Wind gusts up to 45 mph
- Frequent cloud-to-ground lightning
- Short periods of heavy rainfall
While widespread severe weather warnings had not been issued as of late afternoon, weather officials continue to monitor the storm line as it pushes east toward Jackson and DeKalb counties.
Residents are encouraged to secure loose outdoor items, remain indoors during lightning, and monitor local weather alerts as conditions develop through the early evening.
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