Alabama storm damage News

Flooding Reported Around University of Alabama

Heavy rain has caused some flash flooding Saturday on parts of the University of Alabama campus. University officials tweeted information about various road closures because of flooding and have asked people to avoid driving on campus. Some areas of the …

Storm Damage Leaves Thousands Without Power in Alabama

Strong storms that knocked down trees and limbs left thousands without power in north Alabama. Decatur Utilities says service was restored by early Tuesday to most of the 8,600 homes and businesses that were left in the dark after storms …

Hurricane-Force Winds Damage Buildings on Alabama Coast

The National Weather Service says hurricane-force winds left a trail of damage on the Alabama coast. An assessment from forecasters says winds blowing from 70 mph to 80 mph (113 kph to 129 kph) ripped metal roofing off buildings and …

Storms Cause High Winds, Damage in Central Alabama

Some buildings were damaged in central Alabama as storms moved across the state. Chilton County Emergency Management Director Derrick Wright told news outlets the damage in downtown Clanton on Monday afternoon appears to be from straight-line winds, not a tornado. …