The KBMX radar, located in Calera, AL, will be offline through Monday, December 11th for upgrades and replacements to extend the life of the radar. This stage involves the replacement of the radar pedestal. The radar pedestal is one of the most critical components of the radar and is necessary for antenna rotation and position to capture data in all directions. This task will require the radome and pedestal to be removed and replaced by crane.
NWS Birmingham will utilize adjacent radar sites, satellite, and other observational data to monitor weather conditions and issue warnings if necessary.