Tornado Warning Issued for North Central Tuscaloosa County Until 7:45 PM CDT

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Tornado Warning for north central Tuscaloosa County in west central Alabama. This alert was issued at 7:20 PM CDT on March 9, 2026, following the detection of radar-indicated rotation.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers north central Tuscaloosa County. Locations expected to be impacted include:

• Bankhead Lock And Dam
• Windham Springs
• Whitson
• Wiley

What You Should Do

TAKE COVER NOW! Residents in the warning area should move immediately to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Stay away from windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

Expected Conditions

At 7:20 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located 7 miles south of Boley Springs (approximately 21 miles southwest of Cordova), moving east at 40 mph.

Hazards and Impacts:

• Tornado: Radar indicated rotation.
• Debris: Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter.
• Structures: Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles is expected.
• Environment: Significant tree damage is likely.

Timeline

The Tornado Warning is effective immediately as of 7:20 PM CDT and is currently scheduled to expire at 7:45 PM CDT on March 9, 2026.