Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Lamar 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 7:42PM CDT until August 17 at 8:30PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
At 742 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 8 miles south of Glen Allen to near Kennedy to near Steens, moving southeast at 20 mph. HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include... Fayette, Gordo, Reform, Millport, Carrollton, Pickensville, Berry, Kennedy, Belk, Ethelsville, Bankston, Samantha, Bluff, Ashcraft Corner, Boley Springs, Binion Creek Landing, Whitson, Stone Wall, Moores Bridge, and Richard Arthur Field.
Effective August 17, 2026 at 8:42 PM ET · Expires August 17, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Birmingham AL
Expires
August 17, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET
Last Checked
2 hours 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 Lamar 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 (2 hours ago). It's set to expire August 17, 2026 at 9:30 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Severe Thunderstorm Warning alerts for Lamar County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Severe Thunderstorm Warning is also in effect for Pickens County.