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Heat advisory issued; temperatures to reach upper 90s as heat indices approach 110

Bud McLaughlin - June 24, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- The National Weather Service Huntsville office has issued a heat advisory for North Alabama through 7 p.m. Wednesday. Heat indices are forecast to...

First heat wave of the summer to broil area this week

Staff reports - June 23, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- Hot time, summer in the Valley. We're just a couple days into summer but the heat will be on high this week. In fact,...

Thousands without power; homes damaged, destroyed in wake of tornadoes

Bud McLaughlin - May 21, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- Thousands of residents across north Alabama woke up without power and some woke up to see damaged homes in the wake of...

Severe storms with squall lines and damaging winds in Tuesday forecast

Bud McLaughlin - May 19, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- It's a good time to batten down hatches and anchor anything that may fly away - outdoor furniture, umbrellas, and the like. The...

Cluster of storms expected to roll across North Alabama tonight

Bud McLaughlin - May 16, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- That may not be snoring you hear late tonight. It will be some clouds that go bump in the night. A line of strong...

Rain with a chance of strong to severe storms in the forecast across region

Bud McLaughlin - May 13, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- Forecasters are calling for about a 50-70% chance of rain and thunderstorms across North Alabama this afternoon. "A few strong to marginally severe...

Report shows 3.9% increase in tourism in North Alabama; travelers spent $4.9B in 2024

Karen Beasley - May 7, 2025

DECATUR – In 2024, travelers spent over $4.9 billion while visiting the 16 counties of the North Alabama region, representing a 3.9% increase over...

Low to medium risk of severe storms across North Alabama

Staff reports - May 1, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- There is a possibility of severe weather on the drive home from work today, according to the National Weather Service Huntsville office. The...

Rain, possible storms in the forecast to begin the work week

Bud McLaughlin - April 21, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- If rainy days and Mondays always get you down, well, today is a double dose. A line of showers and thunderstorms is expected...

Freeze warning in effect overnight into Wednesday across North Alabama

Bud McLaughlin - April 8, 2025

HUNTSVILLE -- Don't put those coats and scarves away, just yet. It's going to be a bone-chilling night and drive to work Wednesday morning. Ol'...

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