Alabama thread!

Lol, it was the same tree, I forgot that.

 

From AlabamaWX

RADAR CHECK: A weakening band of showers is pushing into West Alabama before sunrise; this activity should dissipate by mid to late morning, and most of the afternoon should be dry with a mix of sun and clouds. Temperatures rise into the low 80s in most places this afternoon.

SPC maintains an “enhanced risk” (level 3/5) of severe thunderstorms for Northwest Alabama… areas west of a line from Athens to Haleyville to Reform. A “slight risk” (level 2/5) extends as far east as Fort Payne, Sylacauga, and Bay Minette. A “marginal risk” (level 1/5) covers most of the rest of the state… parts oF East and South Alabama.



TIMING: A few scattered strong to severe storms could form over Northwest Alabama as early as 8:00 tonight, but the main line will enter the northwest corner of the state around 11:00 p.m.-Midnight. The line reaches places like Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, and Gadsden around 2:00 a.m… and then pushes into East and South Alabama after 3:00 a.m.

THREATS: The main concern tonight is strong, potentially damaging straight line winds, but an isolated tornado or two is certainly possible. Higher tornado probabilities are over Northwest Alabama between 8:00 p.m. and 1:00 a.m. Large hail is a possibility as well. The storms should weaken after 2:00 a.m. as the dynamic support fades, and instability values decrease.

RAIN: Rain amounts tonight will be around one inch in most spots; for now major flooding issues are not expected.

This is your classic spring, “middle of the night” event, so be sure your Weather Radio is on and has a fresh battery so you don’t miss any warnings.

TOMORROW/FRIDAY: A few lingering showers or storms are possible across Southeast Alabama during the morning hours, otherwise the sky becomes mostly sunny tomorrow with a high in the mid 70s. Friday will be dry as well with ample sunshine along with a high in the upper 70s.

EASTER WEEKEND: A warm front will lift northward into Alabama Saturday, bringing clouds and rain back to the state. The front will stall across the central counties, and keep the wet weather in place through Sunday. Understand it won’t rain all weekend long, but occasional shower are likely both days. Some thunder is possible, but severe storms are not expected. Highs will be in the 70s.

NEXT WEEK: Showers will likely end Monday morning, and the weather looks dry Tuesday and Wednesday. A cold front will bring a chance of showers Thursday, followed by another shot of dry air Friday. Highs will be mostly in the 70s through the week… See the Weather Xtreme video for maps, graphics, and more details.



FOOTBALL WEATHER: For the Alabama “A Day” game in Tuscaloosa Saturday (2:00p CT kickoff)… the sky will be cloudy with periods of rain likely. Temperatures will be in the 70-74 degree range.

The Birmingham Stallions will most the New Jersey Generals Saturday evening at Protective Stadium (6:30p CT kickoff)… expect a cloudy sky with occasional showers; temperatures will fall from near 72 at kickoff, into the upper 60s by the final whistle.

ON THIS DATE IN 1999: A two-mile-wide area of wind-driven hail pounded residences and farm equipment for about a 5 mile stretch at least as far as State Highway 158 in west Texas near Midland/Odessa. Hail grew up to about golf ball size and winds peaked at approximately 80 mph. The wind-driven hail broke windows in houses and blasted paint off the wooden siding

 

I know we have talked about it, but 5ft or 6ft bed rack? I'll PM you my number to make it easier

 

are the floor mats for a taco? post a pic lol

 

yes sir. from my 2014 crew cab 4wd off road.

 

5 foot. and I'll text some pics when I get home.

 

I'd need a 6ft'er

 

@Dayman Karate Down South Zukin will be May 12th – MAY 14th at Hawk Pride if you want to come stretch your legs. There will be a lot of Samurai, Trackers and a few Toyota trucks, if you want to come.

 

Sup Jeff

 

Replacing a rear main bearing seal that has been leaking. Damn Toyota motors aren't like they use to be, it only has 370,000 miles on it.

 

Rarely ever come here but only to read anymore. However, said bye to the Tacoma and upgraded to a tundra. Didn’t ‘have to’ but have been wanting a large crewmax for long time now that my daughter are all getting older and we just don’t fit comfortably in the Tacoma any longer.

 

QC at Toyota has really gone down hill

 

That might could work. 35s ok?

 

I know the Tundra is huge compared to the Tacoma...but the new gen "carries" the size better. It just doesn't look as big.

 

Very cool. Let me check with the wife.

 

You’re welcome!

 

@Nic S I picked this up this week.

 

From AlabamaWX



A strong line of storms in Mississippi extends from Tupelo to west of Philadelphia to west of Magee to west of McComb.

Severe thunderstorm warnings are in effect all along the line, but two areas have our main interest.

One is near Philadelphia where there is a tornado warning in effect. A new tornado warning was just issued for parts of Winston County near Noxapater. There is a definite spin evident in velocity like a mesoscale convective vortex may be forming. This would have a high potential for spin-up tornadoes as well as damaging winds. This storm is less than an hour away from northern Sumter, southern Pickens, and northern Greene Counties. This could affect Tuscaloosa before 11 p.m if it holds together.

The second area of concern is along I-20 west of Meridian. A very intense bowing segment with high winds and possible spin-up tornadoes is approaching the communities of Lake, Newton, and Hickory. This activity will arrive in Meridian in less than 45 minutes, around 9-915 p.m. A tornado warning is in effect along I-20 in Scott, Newton, northern Smith, and Jasper Counties.

There are stronger indications now of a developing tornado just west of Newton.

There were several reports of wind damage in the Jackson area.

This area of high winds and possible tornadoes will also move into Sumter, Greene, Marengo, and northern Butler Counties in western Alabama before 9:30 p.m. Dempolis will be affected, as well as Livingston, York, Cuba, Butler, Boligee, Linden, Gainesville, and Eutaw. It would eventually affect parts of Hale, Bibb, Perry, Dallas, and Wilcox.

Damaging winds of over 70 mph and spin-up tornadoes are possible. Monitor this activity carefully and be ready to move to a safe shelter in a storm shelter, well-built home, or building. Be prepared to leave manufactured homes with plenty of time to reach safe shelter.

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for much of West Central and Northwest Alabama until 11 p.m.

The storms are expected to slowly weaken as they approach I-65.

Stay weather aware for the next several hours. Have multiple ways to receive warnings, and a way that will wake you if you go to sleep before the storms arrive. The best bet in West Alabama would be to stay awake until the storms pass or weaken.

 

What size are those factory rims? Maybe interested in the mats if they fit my 2010

 

16" wheels. You're welcome to test and see if they fit your truck.