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There is a level 2 to 3 risk (out of 5) for severe thunderstorms for Central Alabama this afternoon and tonight. Threats include tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, hail up to quarter size, and heavy rain that may result in localized flooding.

A Flood Watch is in effect for Central Alabama from late this afternoon to 7 am Thursday. Heavy thunderstorms are forecast from this afternoon to early Thursday morning. This activity has the potential to produce several inches of rainfall for portions of Central Alabama. A broad area of Central Alabama is included in a Flood Watch as there is some uncertainty regarding exactly where the heaviest corridors of rain may occur.

Showers and thunderstorms become likely today across Central Alabama, mostly starting this afternoon. Some thunderstorms may become severe. Highs in the 80s most areas. Southwest wind around 10 mph with gusts near 20 mph.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected tonight across Central Alabama. There is a risk for severe thunderstorms and localized flooding. Lows from the mid 50s to mid 60s. Variable winds.

Morning showers and thunderstorms on Thursday, then lingering cloudiness through the day. Highs in the 70s. Northwest wind at 5-10 mph.

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