BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMA — A developing line of severe thunderstorms is expected to sweep across Alabama late Sunday night into early Monday morning as a strong cold front pushes south through the state. Meteorologists warn the system could bring damaging winds and isolated tornadoes to several major cities, including Birmingham, Montgomery, Huntsville, and Tuscaloosa.
The storms are forecast to move quickly across the state overnight, potentially affecting millions of residents while many are sleeping.
Storm Line Expected to Enter Northwest Alabama Around Midnight
Forecasters say the severe weather threat will begin in the northwest corner of Alabama late Sunday night. The leading edge of the storms could reach communities near Florence, Decatur, and Huntsville around midnight.
From there, the line of storms is expected to move steadily southward through central Alabama overnight. Areas including Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Gadsden, and Talladega could experience the strongest storms as the system progresses across the state. Meteorologists warn that damaging straight-line winds may be the primary hazard as the storms move through.
Tornadoes Also Possible Within the Storm Line
While damaging winds are expected to be the most widespread threat, forecasters say a few tornadoes cannot be ruled out within the line of storms. The severe weather outlook highlights much of central and western Alabama, including Birmingham and Tuscaloosa, in a higher probability zone for severe weather…