Saks, AL Weather Warnings
Flood
Flood Watch issued July 25 at 1:33PM CDT until July 25 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL * WHAT...Flooding caused by heavy rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...A portion of central Alabama, including the following counties, Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Etowah, Jefferson, St. Clair, Walker and Winston. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.
National Weather Service
Thunderstorm
Special Weather Statement issued July 25 at 4:07PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL At 407 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Ohatchee to near Sycamore to Gap Of The Mountain. Movement was east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Anniston, Oxford, Talladega, Alexander City, Clanton, Heflin, Lineville, Ashland, Goodwater, Rockford, Kellyton, West End-Cobb Town, Stewartville, Weogufka, Cobb Town, Fort McClellan, Saks, Weaver, Munford, and New Site. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe shelter inside a building or vehicle.
National Weather Service