Governor Declares Emergency for All of Alabama Ahead of Dangerous Weekend Storms

Governor Kay Ivey has officially declared a state of emergency across all of Alabama ahead of the near certainty of dangerous, severe storms this weekend.

Rather than try to regionalize the threat, Ivey's proclamation is in effect for all 67 Alabama counties.

In her proclamation, Ivey said straight-line winds, lightning, hail, and tornadoes are possible Friday night through Sunday morning across Alabama.

"This severe weather could cause significant damage to public and private property and poses a danger to the health and safety of the people of Alabama, including potential disruption of essential utility systems, personal injury and loss of life," she wrote.

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The state of emergency goes into effect at 2 p.m. Friday and remain as long as is necessary to get through the event and respond to any damage it may cause.

“The state of Alabama is at risk for potentially dangerous, severe weather throughout this weekend, so it is critical that everyone stays very aware of their local forecasts," Ivey said in a statement. "Now is the time to make any preparations and have a plan, should the weather conditions become dangerous. Certainly, we are no stranger to Mother Nature’s wrath, but I encourage Alabamians to be vigilant beginning tonight. Stay weather aware and stay safe!"

For coverage of these storms as they affect the area this weekend, stay connected to the Tuscaloosa Thread and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa's seven live and local radio stations for constant coverage of any threats that arise.