As of 6/28/2018 @ 11:00 a.m.
Below is the latest statement from the National Weather Service in Birmingham, some updated graphics and the HWO:
After re-assessing the potential for severe thunderstorms this afternoon, we have updated the Severe Threat graphic to include a Slight risk across most of the area, from 1 PM to 10 PM. Please see the attached graphic below.
The Heat Advisory remains in place for portions of the west and south, through 7PM this evening. This graphic is also attached.
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Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Birmingham AL
447 AM CDT Thu Jun 28 2018
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447 AM CDT Thu Jun 28 2018
This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the counties served by the National Weather Service office in Birmingham.
.DAY ONE…Today and Tonight.
Heat indices will may reach 105 degrees for portions of Central Alabama this afternoon.
Strong to severe thunderstorms along with heavy rainfall, are possible this afternoon through 10 pm, for portions of Central Alabama. The main concern will be damaging winds up to 60 miles per hour.
.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN…Friday through Wednesday.
Heat indices will may reach 105 degrees for portions of Central Alabama each afternoon Friday through Saturday. Overall coverage will decrease each afternoon, so confidence remains low.
.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT…
Activation of storm spotters and emergency management may be needed this afternoon through 10 pm.
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