Severe Weather Alert for Mobile: Tornado Watch and Risks Through Thursday
A CODE RED weather day has been declared in Mobile, with a Tornado Watch until 10 PM and a Level 3 risk for severe weather until Thursday morning. Residents are advised to stay updated via the NBC 15 weather app. Following the storms, cooler temperatures will arrive, with further severe weather expected this weekend. Additionally, rip current risks remain high for beachgoers.
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — A CODE RED weather alert is in effect, with a Tornado Watch issued until 10 PM for the NBC 15 viewing area. While Florida Panhandle counties are not currently included in this watch, there exists a slight risk of severe storms as a cold front approaches overnight. It is advisable to have multiple sources for receiving weather updates through Thursday morning, including downloading the free NBC 15 weather app, available on both app stores under WPMI WX.
A Level 3 (Enhanced) risk of severe weather affects all inner regions, including northern Mobile and Baldwin counties, lasting until 6 AM Thursday. This warning indicates the potential for strong tornadoes (EF-2+) and damaging wind gusts exceeding 60 mph, with numerous severe storms expected. Conversely, the remainder of the NBC 15 area falls under a Level 2 (Slight) risk, suggesting scattered severe storms are possible.
Heavy rainfall is expected, with an Excessive Rainfall Risk in place until Thursday morning. Areas experiencing prolonged thunderstorms may encounter heightened flash flood risks, and isolated occurrences of hail, size of ping-pong balls, can also be anticipated. The CODE RED alert serves as a crucial reminder for individuals to incorporate these weather conditions into their daily activities and possess a severe weather contingency plan.
Storm activity is projected to subside by Thursday morning, paving the way for drier and cooler conditions, with daytime temperatures expected to reach the seasonal range of 60 degrees Fahrenheit, while some inland regions may see highs only in the upper 50s. Nighttime lows by Friday morning will drop into the 30s and 40s. Valentine’s Day on Friday is forecast to bring a mix of sun and clouds, with only a slight 20% chance of rain, and temperatures in the 60s are anticipated.
As the weekend approaches, another weather disturbance is forecasted to impact the area between Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning, bringing the risk of additional severe storms. Following the passage of this front, a return to cooler temperatures is expected, likely resulting in below-average conditions early next week. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and stay informed on weather updates.
Beachgoers should exercise caution, as the rip current risk remains HIGH on Thursday, moderating to a moderate risk on Friday, and rising again to HIGH on Saturday. Furthermore, a High Surf Advisory is active until noon Thursday, with swells of 4 to 6 feet anticipated in the surf zone.
In conclusion, the Mobile area is facing significant severe weather risks, including potential tornadoes, damaging winds, and heavy rainfall until Thursday morning. Residents are urged to stay informed through reliable sources, prepare emergency plans, and exercise caution while enjoying natural settings near the coast. With further disturbance anticipated over the weekend, vigilance remains essential.
Original Source: mynbc15.com
