Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Jefferson County, Alabama
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Current Status
⛈️ Active: Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued August 17 at 9:12PM CDT until August 17 at 9:30PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
At 912 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Clay to Forestdale, moving southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Northern Birmingham, Trussville, Gardendale, Fultondale, Center Point, Clay, Pinson, Tarrant, Adamsville, Argo, Kimberly, Graysville, Morris, Brookside, Mulga, West Jefferson, Cardiff, Ketona Lakes, Chalkville, and Grayson Valley.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 10:12 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Birmingham AL
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET
Last Checked
29 minutes ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Severe Thunderstorm Warning mean for Jefferson County, Alabama?
A thunderstorm capable of producing damaging winds of 58+ mph and/or 1-inch hail has been detected.
Is this Severe Thunderstorm Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (29 minutes ago). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 10:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Jefferson County?
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