An afternoon tornado watch has been issued for parts of our coverage area in West Alabama as a round of severe weather that began before dawn this morning continues.

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The following counties have had a Tornado Watch issued in West Alabama:

Tuscaloosa County

Bibb County

Perry County

Hale County

Greene County

Sumter County

The threat will last until 6:00 p.m. CT.

According to the National Weather Service, a couple of tornadoes are possible, as well as quarter-sized hail. Isolated wind gusts up to 60 MPH are possible.

Many across West Alabama are currently without power following this morning's weather events.

Here are the updates from the power outages this morning.

For ongoing coverage of the threat until it passes, stay connected to the Tuscaloosa Thread.

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