Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for DeKalb and Marshall Counties in Alabama
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for DeKalb and southeastern Marshall counties until 2:45 AM CDT, with 60 mph winds and penny-sized hail expected.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Huntsville, Alabama, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for northeastern Alabama. The alert was issued at 1:54 AM CDT on March 16 following radar-indicated storm activity.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following regions in northeastern Alabama:
- DeKalb County
- Southeastern Marshall County
Impacted locations include Albertville, Fort Payne, Boaz, Rainsville, Crossville, Sylvania, Fyffe, Powell, Geraldine, and Douglas.
What You Should Do
For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should remain vigilant as a Tornado Watch remains in effect for northeastern Alabama until 5:00 AM CDT.
Expected Conditions
At 1:54 AM CDT, severe thunderstorms were identified along a line extending from Rainsville to near Aurora, moving east at 35 mph.
- Wind: Gusts of up to 60 mph are expected.
- Hail: Penny-sized hail has been indicated by radar.
- Potential Damage: Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees due to high wind speeds.
Timeline
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 2:45 AM CDT on March 16, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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