Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Franklin and Lawrence Counties in Alabama

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Huntsville, Alabama, has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of northwestern Alabama. The alert was issued at 10:21 PM CDT and is effective until 11:15 PM CDT on March 15, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning impacts the following geographic regions:

• Franklin County in northwestern Alabama
• West central Lawrence County in northwestern Alabama

Specific locations in the path of the storm include Russellville, Red Bay, Phil Campbell, Littleville, Belgreen, Vina, Hodges, Pogo, Cedar Creek Reservoir, and Atwood.

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should remain alert for a possible tornado, as tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado, go at once to a basement or a small central room in a sturdy structure.

Expected Conditions

At 10:21 PM CDT, radar indicated severe thunderstorms located along a line extending from near Tishomingo State Park to near Mantachie, moving east at 40 mph.

• Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected, which may cause damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
• Hail: Penny-size hail (0.75 inches) is possible.
• Tornado Threat: A tornado is considered possible within this storm system.

Timeline

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect until 11:15 PM CDT. Additionally, a broader Tornado Watch remains in effect for north central and northwestern Alabama until 3:00 AM CDT.