March 29, 2022
The Storm Prediction Center is forecasting a significant severe weather event for Alabama, middle Tennessee, and the western Florida Panhandle Wednesday evening into the early morning hours Thursday. To save a bunch of words I'll let you just look at the maps below. You'll notice that moderate and enhanced risk areas cover most of the area. The black hatched area on the tornado product indicates that EF2 or stronger tornadoes are possible. The hatched area on the wind product indicates winds 75 mph or higher are possible. There is a slight chance of hail for the area as well. It sounds like most of the severe weather will be from a squall line that will sweep through. However, it is possible that a few discrete storms may be able to develop out ahead of the squall line. Any isolated storms that do mature will likely be very severe.
Timing is shown in the NWS graphics for each region. There will be several updates during the day tomorrow and if something changes significantly I'll let you know. Otherwise, listen for watches and warnings in your area.
Day 2 Outlook
Huntsville
Birmingham
Mobile-Pensacola Area
Destin-Panama City Area
If this forecast verifies this will be the most significant severe weather event of the season so far. Make sure you have a plan and multiple ways of receiving alerts. If you have to take shelter, wear a helmet if you have one.
Stay safe.
Chris
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