Spanish Fort. pic.twitter.com/ANAM3OwMQT
— Cooch Wanksworth (@celtgirl13) July 29, 2021
Spanish Fort. pic.twitter.com/ANAM3OwMQT
— Cooch Wanksworth (@celtgirl13) July 29, 2021
Certainly not everyday that a single tornado warning polygon is in effect for parts of 3 different states.
Observed tornado in Ohio could move briefly into the far northern part of West Virginia before moving into Pennsylvania, southwest of Pittsburgh. pic.twitter.com/oBVkooQEUx
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
Thunderstorms have popped up this evening near Niceville, Bay Minette, the "Dolly Parton Bridge," and Vinegar Bend.
Storms are moving west today. pic.twitter.com/YAYyqS6NNz
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
Nice mushroom from Mobile, AL@NWSMobile @spann @WKRGEd @rzweather @ThomasGeboyWX @SchlobohmAsa @marcusreynold19 @GolemanChase pic.twitter.com/QCSpKsMMA8
— Tyler Smith (@TylerSmith_wx) July 29, 2021
? Hot day in Foley, AL. Thanks to Jeremy Borchardt for the view. From Jeremy: “The outdoor monitor is located under a screened porch in the shade.” pic.twitter.com/PFIKyu0uTz
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
101 with heat index of 112 near Bratt on the LaCrosse home weather station. @rzweather
— Scobie (@ScobieSr) July 29, 2021
Wx station is about 7 ft. Above my roof. Temps are blistering today in Mobile, AL!@NWSMobile @spann @rzweather @WKRGEd @ThomasGeboyWX @SchlobohmAsa @marcusreynold19 @GolemanChase pic.twitter.com/7c4LUGrANR
— Tyler Smith (@TylerSmith_wx) July 29, 2021
My summer hydration concoction… Half Lemon-Lime (original) Gatorade and half ice cold water.
Full Gatorade is way too sweet but diluting it makes it perfect. pic.twitter.com/b8yhDeOOgO
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
It sure is a beautiful day on Pensacola Beach! ? @rzweather @spann @NWSMobile pic.twitter.com/YrkJM1FO8R
— Allyson Bell (@AllysonBell17) July 29, 2021
A Heat Advisory continues this afternoon into this evening for all of south Alabama and northwest Florida. Heat index values are already in excess of 100° in many spots.
Stay cool this afternoon! pic.twitter.com/eMVOtJpSMi
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
Storm damage from last evening in northern Escambia County, FL. @NWSMobile https://t.co/mU6U0fm6Jh
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
Atlantic tropics remain quiet for the next 1-2 weeks, at least. Our attention shifts to the coast of Africa and the open-waters of the "Main Development Region".
EPS 00z (51-ensembles, 15-day tracker) pic.twitter.com/4BJk5zpjhv— Ryan Maue (@RyanMaue) July 29, 2021
Heat, humidity, and P.M. thunderstorms will continue to dominate our forecast over the next 7 days. pic.twitter.com/GdMzYgvRui
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
HOTTEST DAYS OF THE YEAR TODAY AND FRIDAY; HEAT INDEX UP TO 113° POSSIBLE… A Heat Advisory is in effect today and tomorrow as heat index values soar to the 110-115° range this afternoon. The air temperature (what you read on the thermometer) will be in the 95-97° range this afternoon, but when the oppressive humidity is factored in, you get an excessively high heat index. In addition to high heat indices, we’ll be watching the radar this afternoon as showers and thunderstorms develop across the region. Some of the storms may produce loud thunder and dangerous cloud-to-ground lightning. Our hot, seasonal summer pattern is set to continue into the upcoming weekend. A few more Thursday morning forecast details are below.
HEAT ADVISORY FOR ENTIRE LOCAL AREA TODAY AND FRIDAY… The National Weather Service maintains a Heat Advisory for all locations in south Alabama and northwest Florida for today and tomorrow. A Heat Advisory means that heat index values will be in excess of 108 degrees. In this case, today, we’re expecting heat index values up to 113 today and up to 114 tomorrow. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or later in the evening hours. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke, which can develop very easily in extreme heat conditions like what we are having today and tomorrow.
SCATTERED STORMS LIKELY OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS… More showers and thunderstorms will continue to be possible over the next several days, mainly in the afternoon and evening hours. Widespread severe weather is not expected at any point over the next few days, but some of the pop-up thunderstorms could be “loud and proud” at times. Gusty winds may be possible in some of the stronger storms.
TROPICS REMAIN QUIET… The long range models continue to show quiet conditions in the Atlantic Basin into early August. No new tropical storms are expected to form over the next 5 days in the Gulf of Mexico or Caribbean Sea. We note this time last year (July 29, 2020) was the day before the “I-named” storm (Isaias) was named. Our next name on the tropical storm naming list is “Fred,” thus it has been a bit quieter compared to the hyperactive 2020 season this year so far. We have a long way to go until the end of hurricane season on November 30. Let’s hope the quiet pattern continues!
APP… Many updates will be posted throughout the day in the RedZone Weather app. redzoneweather.com/app is the link for the free download. Be sure to visit the Alerts tab (bottom right corner) and tap the large, yellow “Alert Settings” button to customize the alerts you’d like to receive from me. If you like a lot of info, be sure to toggle ON Low-Level Alerts.
See all the details in your Thursday morning #rzw forecast video. Have a great day!
H-O-T conditions are ahead on this Thursday! ?
Showers and storms will develop later today and produce heavy rain in localized areas. pic.twitter.com/JKgxrSIOXb
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
FEW SHOWERS NEAR AL COAST… The last of the showers and storms for the day are decaying near the Alabama beaches this evening. Light rain is happening near Magnolia Springs, Orange Beach, Foley, Miflin, and Gulf Shores.
While I can’t completely rule out a few thunderstorms near the coast overnight, severe weather is not expected. Another round of strong storms will likely develop Thursday afternoon into the evening hours.
Particularly Dangerous Situation (PDS) Tornado Watches are rare. PDS Severe Thunderstorm Watches are even more rare. There is one in effect this evening for parts of Wisconsin, where a nasty cluster of storms is producing 90+ mph wind gusts. pic.twitter.com/WktuWLaOlU
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
It’s getting nasty in Atmore. ⛈@NWSMobile @spann @rzweather @michaelwhitewx @ThomasGeboyWX @WKRGEd @AlanSealls #alwx pic.twitter.com/AZhjAwkSjw
— ???????? ??????? ??? (@_blg94) July 28, 2021
Incredible lightning show this evening in Molino, Florida. @WEARAllenStrum @rzweather @ThomasGeboyWX @StormHour @ThePhotoHour @CloudAppSoc @spann @NWSMobile pic.twitter.com/s7f9wBtc7V
— Asa Schlobohm (@SchlobohmAsa) July 29, 2021
HEAT ADVISORY ON THURSDAY: VERY HIGH HEAT INDEX VALUES… Thursday will be excessively hot and humid with heat index values likely to be in excess of 110 degrees in many spots. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for ALL local communities. Scattered storms are expected late tomorrow afternoon, but not before plenty of sunshine. Please know the signs and symptoms of heat stroke and heat exhaustion if you have to be outside for an extended period of time on Thursday.
I will have your next full forecast video posted by 7:15AM. Have a nice Wednesday evening!
⚠️ A Heat Advisory is in effect for our entire local area on Thursday and on Friday. Heat index values will easily top 105° in many spots tomorrow afternoon.https://t.co/6e8v5PVjHO pic.twitter.com/5GnrEK7HGP
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 29, 2021
Atmore,Al @spann @NWSMobile @rzweather @StormHour @ThomasGeboyWX @michaelwhitewx @KDanielCCI #alwx pic.twitter.com/lOAVc4iIMP
— Ditto Gorme (@dittogorme) July 28, 2021
Thunderstorms are building into areas near Atmore, Poarch, Sardine, Walnut Hill, and Range. These storms will likely bring heavy rain to parts of Monroe and Baldwin counties within the next hour.
Intense lightning! pic.twitter.com/KseNnnxeJn
— Spinks Megginson (@rzweather) July 28, 2021