Headline:
Tornado Warning issued May 6 at 4:39PM CDT until May 6 at 5:15PM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
May 6, 2026 - 2:39pm
Expires:
May 6, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
At 439 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Lowndesboro, or 10 miles north of Hayneville, moving
east at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and half dollar size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Montgomery, Hunter, Hyundai Motors Of Alabama, Alabama State
University, Auburn University In Montgomery, Hope Hull, Woodcrest,
Dannelly Field, Maxwell Air Force Base, Snowdoun, Montgomery
Riverwalk Stadium, Pinedale, Alabama State Capitol, Manack, and
Barachias.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Autauga, AL; Lowndes, AL; Montgomery, AL
Forcast Office:
NWS Birmingham AL