Colorado State issued their updated Atlantic Hurricane Outlook. They still believe this season will be slightly above average, but they lowered their numbers by 1 due to vertical shear in the Caribbean. Shear disrupts tropical systems. We'll have more details on Weather Extra.

Scattered storms are firing up this afternoon producing pockets of heavy rain, gusty winds, and lightning. More storms are possible through the evening hours. We'll see another round of stormy weather Thursday afternoon. Details: #alwx @WBRCnews

2 PM (7/9/25): Showers and storms continue to fire up this afternoon. Main threat will be heavy rainfall, gusty winds, and frequent lightning. Storms are pushing off to the east-northeast. We'll have updates at 4 PM right after soccer on WBRC 6 News!

Storms that develop today could produce heavy rainfall. Flooding remains low, and but not zero here. Weather Prediction Center showing a low threat for flooding north of I-20. Not everyone will see rain today in AL! A bigger threat for flooding today possible in NC and Virginia.

Not everyone is seeing rain this afternoon. Most of the activity remains in west Alabama. We'll have a better opportunity to see showers and storms by the end of the week. I'll have updates at 4 PM on WBRC 6 News! #alwx @WBRCnews

11:20 AM (7/8/25): It's getting hot outside with temperatures in the mid to upper 80s with a heat index in the 90s. A few showers are starting to develop in east Alabama. Plan for scattered showers and storms to randomly develop this afternoon. Not everyone will see rain today.

We are tracking spotty showers across Central Alabama, but the majority of us remain dry. We'll likely see increasing chances for showers and storms tomorrow. Our best chance for rain will likely occur Thursday and Friday. Details: #alwx @WBRCnews

It will remain hot and mostly dry today and tomorrow with highs in the low to mid 90s. Heat may back off by the end of the week as storm chances increase. Plan for muggier conditions though with a heat index approaching 100. Details: #alwx @WBRCnews

Tropical Storm Chantal made landfall earlier this morning near Myrtle Beach, SC. Winds are down to 40 mph. It will weaken as it moves inland into parts of North Carolina today. Inland flooding will be possible as it moves to the north-northeast.

A few storms will be possible today, but I think most of us will remain hot and dry with highs in the low to mid 90s. When you factor in a little humidity, it could feel like it is near 100°F in some spots. Details in the video below: #alwx @WBRCnews

Happy Sunday (7/6/25)! We are starting out in the lower 70s this morning with a mostly clear sky. Temperatures will rapidly heat up this afternoon into the low to mid 90s with a mostly sunny sky. An isolated shower or storm can't be ruled out, but most of us will remain dry.

It looks like we'll see a better chance for storms by the middle and end of next week (July 9-12, 2025). Until then, you'll likely need to water the lawn/garden as rain chances remain low/isolated this weekend. Details in the video below: #alwx @WBRCnews

Tropical Depression Three is now Tropical Storm Chantal with winds up to 40 mph. It will likely make landfall tonight along the South Carolina coast. Main threat will be heavy rainfall and the potential for some inland flooding. Details: #Chantal

7:20 AM (7/5/25): Tropical Depression Three is now Tropical Storm Chantal with winds up to 40 mph. It will produce heavy rain and isolated flooding for the Carolinas this weekend. Landfall will likely occur tonight. This storm will not impact us.

Happy Saturday! We should see plenty of sunshine today with highs in the lower 90s. Winds are forecast to come from the east at 5-10 mph. An isolated shower or storm is possible today, but most of us stay dry. Details in the video below: #alwx @WBRCnews

Happy Saturday (7/5/25)! Temperatures are starting out in the lower 70s this morning. We should see a mostly sunny sky today with highs in the low to mid 90s. An isolated storm will be possible. Best chance for a shower/storm will likely occur in west AL. Updates on GDA Weekend!

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for: Bibb, Chilton, Perry until Jul 04, 2025 5:15PM #alwx #WBRCFirstAlert

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for: Chilton, Bibb, Perry until Jul 04, 2025 5:15PM #alwx #WBRCFirstAlert

RT @LaurenLinahan: #TD3 has formed in the western Atlantic Ocean about 150 miles southeast of Charleston, South Carolina. The system could….

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for: Chilton, Coosa, Talladega, Shelby until Jul 04, 2025 3:45PM #alwx #WBRCFirstAlert