Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for South Central Alabama Through 2:30 AM CDT
The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Butler, Crenshaw, Conecuh, and Covington counties as 60 mph wind gusts move through the area.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Mobile has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of south central Alabama. The alert was issued at 1:39 AM CDT on March 12, 2026, after radar indicated a severe thunderstorm in the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the following regions in south central Alabama:
- Southern Butler County
- Southwestern Crenshaw County
- East central Conecuh County
- Northwestern Covington County
Impacted locations include Andalusia, Evergreen, McKenzie, River Falls, Red Level, Dozier, Heath, Gantt, and the intersection of I-65 and US 84.
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 south central Alabama until 7:00 AM CDT.
Expected Conditions
- Wind: Gusts up to 60 mph are expected.
- Hazards: Radar-indicated severe winds capable of causing damage to roofs, siding, and trees.
- Storm Movement: As of 1:39 AM CDT, the storm was located over I-65 and US 84, or near Evergreen, moving east at 45 mph.
Timeline
The Severe Thunderstorm Warning is effective immediately and is set to expire at 2:30 AM CDT on March 12, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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