Heavy Rain Threat Brings Flood Watch for Parts of Alabama

According to the National Weather Service in Birmingham, “Heavy thunderstorms are forecast from this afternoon to early Thursday morning.” This has prompted a “FLOOD WATCH” for portions of Alabama.

The Flood Watch is from today at 4 p.m. through Thursday, May 7, at 7 a.m.

There are concerns that this weather system could bring several inches of rainfall to portions of West and Central Alabama.

“These storms will be very efficient rain producers, and some flash flooding problems could very well develop,” said James Spann, Alabama Weather Network Chief Meteorologist.

West Alabama Counties Under the Flood Watch

Bibb

Greene

Hale

Perry

Pickens

Sumter

Tuscaloosa

Possible Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying, flood-prone areas.
Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in areas with poor drainage and in urban areas.
Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Mary K. – Weather Forecaster

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