Birmingham, Ala. – Damaging winds and large hail could sweep across central Alabama Saturday afternoon, with Birmingham and Montgomery in the potential path of severe storms. The National Weather Service has issued a Level 1 of 5 severe weather risk, warning residents to stay alert as storms could intensify quickly.
According to the National Weather Service in Birmingham, storms may first arrive in northern Alabama Saturday morning before pushing south and east through the afternoon and evening. While forecasters say the exact timing and intensity remain uncertain, conditions are favorable for storms to strengthen and produce gusts up to 60 mph and hail up to the size of quarters.
Cities including Tuscaloosa, Anniston, and Selma are also within the risk area. Residents should prepare for possible power outages, downed trees, and hazardous driving conditions, especially on major routes like I-65 and I-20. Emergency officials urge everyone to charge devices, secure loose outdoor items, and have multiple ways to receive warnings.
The storm threat is expected to taper off by late Saturday night, but more updates could follow as the system develops. Stay tuned to local alerts as the weekend approaches.
