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A few updates to the Tornado Watch this afternoon. Dallas and Lowndes counties remain through 5 PM. The other counties are now until 10 PM.
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A moderate to high risk of flash flooding is in effect Thursday and Friday, with the highest threat across the southern portions of Central Alabama. Flash flooding will be likely with rainfall amounts of 2-5" and locally higher amounts of 6" or more. Never cross flooded roads.
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There is a level 2 of 5 Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms through the evening. Damaging wind and brief, isolated tornadoes are the main hazards.
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There is a level 1 of 5 Marginal risk for severe thunderstorms on Friday. Damaging winds are the main threat.
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Widespread rain and storms are expected today, with afternoon highs ranging in the upper-70s to low-80s. Heavy rain may cause flash flooding.
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Additional widespread heavy showers and storms, with lows in the lower 70s.
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Showers through the morning, with increasing thunderstorm chances in the afternoon. Highs in the mid 80s.
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