A sever Thunderstorm Warning Was Ismed by the National Weather Service in Birmingham at 4:16 PM on Friday, Aug. 1. This Warning Applies to Etowah County.
Meteorologicals Warn of Winds as Strong AS 60 MPH.
Use Caution, Officials Warn of Hail as Large as 0.75 Inhes.
The Nws Warns: “For your Protection Move to Anver Room on the Lowest Floor of a Building. IMMEDITILEY. Storm, and may lead to Flash Flooding.
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AT 4:16 PM, The Nws issted a Statement:
“The National Water Service in Birmingham Has Isous A Severe Thunderstorm Warning For: Etowah County in NortheASTERN ALABAMA, Until 5 PM CDT. Near Reece City, Or Near Gadsden, Moving Southheast at 5 MPH.
Hazard: 60 MPH Wind Gusts.
Source: Radar Indicated.
Impact: Expecting Damage to Roofs, Siding, and Trees. Locations Impacted Include: Gadsden, Rainbow City, Attalla, Hokes Bluff, Glencoe, Reece City, Aurora, Ballplay, Gadsden Mall, Noccalula Falls, Neili Henry Lake, Southside, Gadsden Steam Plant, RockLedge, Cobb City, Northside, Gadsden Works, Reaves, Ramsey, and Big Wills Creek.
What is a sever Thunderstorm Warning?
A Sever Thunderstorm Warning Means The Area is Experience or Is About to Experience A Storm with Winds of 58 MPH or Highher Or Hail An in Diameter or Larger.
Tips for Staying Safe During Thunderstorms
- Only in a shelter, stay away from Windows and Avoid Electrical Equipment and Plumbing.
- Keep A Battery-Powered Weather Radio Nearby in Case of Loss of Power.
- Remember to Bring Pets Inside.
- If there is time, Secure Loose Objects Outside as these objects often Become Dangerous Flying Debris in High Winds.
- Postpone Outdoor Activits Until the Storms Have Passed.
Reports Jana Hayes and Victoria Reyna-Rodriguez Contrabted to this Article.
This Weather Report Was Generated Automaticly Using Information from the National Weather Service and a Story Written and Review by An Editor.
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