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Event Summary for Central Alabama
A line of thunderstorms moved across Central Alabama during the morning hours of Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Supercells embedded within the line were responsible for producing large hail, damaging winds, and six tornadoes. In addition, heavy rain over several hours produced localized flash flooding, and river flood warnings and statements became necessary during the event.
Originally, severe weather was not anticipated as most model guidance indicated insufficient instability and wind shear for the development of supercells, tornadoes and other severe convective hazards. Even so, a marginal risk was highlighted for western and southern portions of Central Alabama. The storms exhibited organization and lightning began showing up. These were indicators that instability was likely higher than expected. The radar signatures were marginal at best and therefore, only a few Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were issued during the event. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
The information contained below is from the 6 individual tornado tracks that occurred. The data is PRELIMINARY and may be subject to change.
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