Watches, Warnings & Advisories



4 products issued by NWS for: 5 Miles ESE Goshen AL

Hazardous Weather Outlook

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Birmingham AL
514 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

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514 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for the counties served by the
National Weather Service office in Birmingham.

.DAY ONE...Outlook through Tonight.

Isolated flash flooding will be possible tonight over eastern
portions of Central Alabama.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Thursday through Tuesday.

Heavy rainfall associated with an approaching tropical system will lead
to flooding for the eastern half of Central Alabama Thursday through
early Friday. Gusty winds will also be possible Thursday through
early Friday with wind gusts 30-50 mph possible in the eastern half
of Central Alabama.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Activation of storm spotters and emergency management may be needed
through early Friday.

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Hurricane Local Statement

Hurricane Helene Local Statement Advisory Number 11
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Hurricane Helene Local Statement Advisory Number 11
National Weather Service Birmingham AL  AL092024
1011 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

This product covers Central Alabama

**HELENE EXPECTED TO BRING FLOODING RAINS AND WINDY CONDITIONS TO EAST
 ALABAMA**


NEW INFORMATION
---------------

* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - None

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
    - A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Barbour, Bullock,
      Chambers, Cherokee, Cleburne, Lee, Macon, Pike, Randolph, and
      Russell

* STORM INFORMATION:
    - About 720 miles south of Birmingham AL or about 640 miles south
      of Montgomery AL
    - 23.1N 86.6W
    - Storm Intensity 85 mph
    - Movement North or 360 degrees at 9 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Hurricane Helene is currently moving toward the north at 10 mph
through the southern Gulf of Mexico. A turn toward the north northeast
with an increase in forward speed is expected tonight through
Thursday, bringing the center of Helene across the eastern Gulf of
Mexico and to the Florida Big Bend coast by Thursday evening. After
landfall, Helene is expected to slow down and turn toward the northwest
over the southeastern United States Friday and Saturday.

An area of 40 to 50 mph wind gusts is expected to occur across East
Alabama Thursday evening through Friday morning, with the highest gusts
near the Georgia state line. With these wind speeds, expect downed
trees and power outages across eastern portions of Central Alabama.
Additionally, rainfall amounts of 4 to 7 inches are expected, across
much of eastern portions of Central Alabama, with locally higher
amounts to 10 inches. This will result in minor to moderate river
flooding as well as flash flooding, some of which may be locally
significant.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS
-----------------

* FLOODING RAIN:
Protect against life-threatening rainfall flooding having possible
extensive impacts across eastern portion of Central Alabama. Potential
impacts include:
    - Major rainfall flooding may prompt many evacuations and rescues.
    - Rivers and tributaries may rapidly overflow their banks in
      multiple places. Small streams, creeks, and ditches may become
      dangerous rivers. Flood control systems and barriers may become
      stressed.
    - Flood waters can enter many structures within multiple
      communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed
      away. Streets and parking lots become rivers of moving water
      with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become
      dangerous. Many road and bridge closures with some weakened or
      washed out.

Protect against dangerous rainfall flooding having possible limited
to significant impacts across the Interstate 65 corridor.

* WIND:
Protect against dangerous wind having possible significant impacts
across eastern portions of Central Alabama. Potential impacts in this
area include:
    - Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage
      to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings
      experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile and
      manufactured homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured
      lightweight objects become dangerous projectiles.
    - Several large trees snapped or uprooted. Several fences and
      roadway signs blown over.
    - Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban
      or heavily wooded places.
    - Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent
      in areas with above ground lines.

Also, protect against hazardous wind having possible limited impacts
across the Interstate 65 corridor.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:
Follow the advice of local officials.


* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Now is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and
property in accordance with your emergency plan. Ensure you are in a
safe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding.

Rapidly rising flood waters are deadly. If you are in a flood-prone
area, consider moving to higher ground. Never drive through a flooded
roadway. Remember, turn around don`t drown!

If in a place that is vulnerable to high wind, such as near large
trees or in a mobile or manufactured home, consider moving to a safer
shelter before the onset of strong winds or flooding.

Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather radio or local news outlets
for official storm information. Be ready to adapt to possible changes
to the forecast. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather
warnings.


* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in Birmingham AL around 4 AM CDT, or sooner if conditions
warrant.

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Tropical Storm Warning

Helene Local Watch/Warning Statement/Advisory Number 11
National Weather Service Birmingham AL  AL092024
1003 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

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1003 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED
    - Troy

* WIND
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind
        - Peak Wind Forecast: 10-20 mph with gusts to 40 mph

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 58
      to 73 mph
        - The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
          previous assessment.
        - PLAN: Plan for dangerous wind of equivalent strong tropical
          storm force.
        - PREPARE: Remaining efforts to protect life and property
          should be completed as soon as possible. Prepare for
          significant wind damage.
        - ACT: Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Significant
        - Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with
          damage to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few
          buildings experiencing window, door, and garage door
          failures. Mobile and manufactured homes damaged, especially
          if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight objects become
          dangerous projectiles.
        - Several large trees snapped or uprooted. Several fences and
          roadway signs blown over.
        - Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within
          urban or heavily wooded places.
        - Scattered power and communications outages, but more
          prevalent in areas with above ground lines.

* FLOODING RAIN
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Flood Watch is in effect
        - Peak Rainfall Amounts: Additional 3-6 inches, with locally
          higher amounts

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for major
      flooding rain
        - The flooding rain threat has increased from the previous
          assessment.
        - PLAN: Emergency plans should include the potential for
          major flooding from heavy rain. Evacuations and rescues are
          likely.
        - PREPARE: Strongly consider protective actions, especially
          if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding.
        - ACT: Heed any flood watches and warnings. Failure to take
          action will likely result in serious injury or loss of life.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Extensive
        - Major rainfall flooding may prompt many evacuations and
          rescues.
        - Rivers and tributaries may rapidly overflow their banks in
          multiple places. Small streams, creeks, and ditches may
          become dangerous rivers. Flood control systems and barriers
          may become stressed.
        - Flood waters can enter many structures within multiple
          communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or
          washed away. Streets and parking lots become rivers of
          moving water with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions
          become dangerous. Many road and bridge closures with some
          weakened or washed out.

* TORNADO
    - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:
        - Situation is unfavorable for tornadoes

    - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
      UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Tornadoes not expected
        - The tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the
          previous assessment.
        - PLAN: Tornadoes are not expected. Showers and thunderstorms
          with gusty winds may still occur.
        - PREPARE: Little to no preparations needed to protect
          against tornadoes at this time. Keep informed of the latest
          tornado situation.
        - ACT: Listen for changes in the forecast.

    - POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Little to None
        - Little to no potential impacts from tornadoes.

* FOR MORE INFORMATION:
    - http://ready.gov/hurricanes

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Flood Watch

Flood Watch
National Weather Service Birmingham AL
259 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

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Including the cities of Phenix City, Talladega, Wetumpka,
Montgomery, Pell City, Troy, Valley, Dadeville, Tallassee, Moody,
Tuskegee, Eufaula, Anniston, Union Springs, Lafayette, Gadsden,
Lanett, Auburn, Sylacauga, Alexander City, Ashland, Heflin,
Opelika, Centre, Roanoke, and Rockford
259 PM CDT Wed Sep 25 2024

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
  possible.

* WHERE...A portion of central Alabama, including the following
  counties, Barbour, Bullock, Calhoun, Chambers, Cherokee, Clay,
  Cleburne, Coosa, Elmore, Etowah, Lee, Macon, Montgomery, Pike,
  Randolph, Russell, St. Clair, Talladega and Tallapoosa.

* WHEN...Through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
  creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - Locally heavy rainfall will continue through Thursday night
    as Helene approaches the area. Rainfall amounts of 4 to 8
    inches will result in river flooding and flash flooding, some
    of which may be locally significant.
  - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

&&

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32/JDavis