Huntsville, Ala. – Clusters of strong to severe storms are expected across northern Alabama and into southern middle Tennessee Wednesday evening, bringing damaging winds, heavy rainfall, small hail, and frequent lightning between 3 and 11 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, the storm system will develop along a cold front, with the strongest cells likely to form late afternoon into evening. Widespread lightning, sudden downpours, and winds topping 60 mph are possible, raising concerns for travel and outdoor events.
Communities from Florence and Decatur east toward Huntsville and Fort Payne should prepare for rapidly changing conditions, especially along major roadways like I-65 and U.S. 72 where visibility could drop quickly during heavy rain. Emergency managers urge drivers to delay non-essential travel during peak storm hours.
In southern Tennessee, including Fayetteville and Pulaski, storms may bring scattered power outages as trees and power lines face stress from gusty winds. Residents are encouraged to keep mobile devices charged and have multiple ways to receive alerts, including weather apps and wireless emergency notifications.
Storm clusters may persist into late Wednesday night, with additional watches possible. Residents should remain alert for new warnings and updates as conditions evolve.
