Today’s column on finding some way to grieve my friend, the mighty Fluffopotamus, more unique than the unicorn.

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I am saddened to know hear about the passing of @fluffopotamus88. Luke was truly a fan of the Tide & a legend. Tonight, I pray for his family, friends & everyone who knew his beautiful soul! @AlabamaMBB will never be the same, but I know Fluff will watch over our program forever!

We teamed up w/ @uasga’s Faces of UA Campaign to promote interest about destinations on campus related to developments in diversity at UA, also sharing various student experiences. S/o to Campus Collaboration Chair @AlabamaMGolf Ben Fuller for his leadership in this partnership!

🚩 Weather Alert: A significant weather advisory has been issued for #UA campus until 10:30 am. Heavy rain, lightning, and winds in excess of 40 mph are possible. When thunder roars, go indoors! #UAwx #alwx

Most flood fatalities occur in vehicles, and it only takes 12 inches of water to sweep a car away. Sometimes the difference between life and death are small decisions. https://t.co/oKsW02scrB

🚩 Weather Update: UA is now in a slight risk (2 out of 5) for severe weather today. Severe storms are possible between 9am-1pm. Threats include damaging winds and hail. Stay #weatheraware this morning. And remember, "When thunder roars, go indoors!" #UAwx #alwx

Tuscaloosa County has been cleared from the tornado watch.

From UA Alerts: The NWS has issued a Tornado Watch for Tuscaloosa County until 1am CDT. Campus storm shelters are open. Stay weather-aware.

UA ALERT: A Tornado Watch continues for Tuscaloosa County, including UA until 8 p.m.

UA Alert: The National Weather Service has canceled the tornado warning for UA. A tornado watch continues. Stay weather-aware as the severe threat for today has not ended.

MORE: The warning for Tuscaloosa Co. and the @UofAlabama is for a storm with a history of producing a confirmed tornado. @NWSBirmingham warning is in effect until 5:15 p.m. CDT. Take cover NOW!

UA Alert: Tornado Warning now in effect for UA until 5:15 pm CDT. Shelters:

In Sumter County, one storm rotation is moving just south of Gainesville. Another tornado warning has been issued for another storm moving into the Cuba area from Mississippi. The atmosphere remains conducive to tornado development. STAY VIGILANT. #alwx

Reminder: the threat for severe weather is not over. The City of Tuscaloosa remains under a “high risk” (level 5/5) for strong/violent tornadoes and large hail until 10 p.m. CDT tonight. Please remain weather aware throughout the next seven hours.

Once again: this new Tornado Warning does NOT include the city, nor the campus.

Reminder: The National Weather Service is predicting a high risk (level 5 out of 5) of tornadoes, damaging winds and hail for the city of Tuscaloosa today. Helpful tips to make sure you are prepared:

⛈️ Weather Update: Tuscaloosa County is in a high risk (5 out of 5) for severe weather until 10 pm. ⚠️ Threats include strong to violent tornadoes, damaging winds up to 80 mph, and golf ball size hail. Stay #weatheraware. We will update you as new info is available.

Reminder: Capstone BARA parking is in the surface lot across from Moody Music. Do not park in the parking deck. The Capstone BARA is for students/employees who are COVID-19 positive or in quarantine.

NEW: Tuscaloosa is now included in @NWSBirmingham’s “high risk” (level 5/5) category for strong tornadoes, strong winds and hail. The current Tornado Watch is in effect until 8 p.m. CDT.