Damaging Winds in Alabama, May 6, 2021

Name: Damaging Winds in Alabama, May 6, 2021
Start: 2021-05-06T16:00
End: 2021-05-06T19:00
Location: Alabama

May 6, 2021 · NWS HUN · 111 events in 8 counties and zones

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The toll

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0
Property damage: $38,000
Crop damage: None recorded
Events: 111

Deaths and injuries are direct and indirect together, as the offices filed them. Damage is property and crops in the dollars of the year, not adjusted for inflation, and only where an office estimated it.

What happened

The episode as NWS HUN wrote it up.

A high based squall line, exhibiting little to no lightning, roared southeast through north Alabama during the late afternoon and early evening. The initial gust front was likely responsible for the highest wind gusts and observed damage. Widespread measured wind gusts of 40-55 mph were observed. Estimated gusts of 60 mph likely occurred as well given the number of trees being knocked down in the area. However, no official wind measurements of 58 mph or higher were recorded.

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before the first event, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Huntsville, AL wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at May 6, 1:47 PM CST, 2 hours 13 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, May 6, 1:47 PM CST, 2 hours 13 minutes before

Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
247 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

.NEAR TERM...(Tonight)
Issued at 248 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

Temperatures have climbed into the upper 60s to lower 70s in most
locations except in portions of southern middle Tennessee. A surface
low is moving east into Ohio with a trailing cold front extending
southwest from this feature into extreme southeastern Missouri and
the northeastern tip of Arkansas. Some strong to severe thunderstorms
have developed within a line ahead of this cold front. This line of
shower and thunderstorm activity is moving quickly southeast towards
the Jonesboro community in northeastern Arkansas. Based on current
movement, this still looks to push into locations near the AL/TN/MS
borders between 5 and 6 PM roughly.

It appears at least right around 5 to 7 PM, there may be steep enough
lapse rates, shear, moisture between 850 mb and 500 mb, and around
500 J/KG MUCAPE for strong thunderstorms capable of producing winds
gusts to 55 mph and small hail. An isolated threat of large hail and
damaging winds still looks possible, especially in northwestern
Alabama, where instability will be highest before it wanes in the
evening with the loss of daytime heating. Models continue to show
much drier air aloft pushing into the area between 9 PM and midnight.
This should shutoff precipitation from west to east during that
timeframe. Left isolated showers/thunderstorms chances in through
11 PM in the east and towards Cullman county. Confidence lowers
concerning whether the isolated severe threat can hold on east of
I-65 past 8 or 9 PM, but can't rule it out entirely. Not expecting
much rain with this, since the line will be moving very quickly
through the area and may be weakening substantially as it approaches
the I-65 corridor.

.SHORT TERM...(Friday through Saturday)
Issued at 248 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

Clear skies should return during the early morning hours. Believe
winds will stay up enough overnight to keep fog from forming. The
exception might be in areas sheltered from winds in northwest Alabama
where winds will be lighter around daybreak on Friday. Another cool
night in store with lows dropping back into the lower to mid 40s
behind the front towards daybreak.

Another cool day in store on Friday, despite abundant sunshine. Highs
still look to only climb into the mid 60s in many areas and to
around 70s degrees west of the I-65 corridor. Westerly flow kicks in
as the surface high over the area quickly begins shifting eastward
Friday night. Fairly decent warm air advection should allow
dewpoints to climb and lows to only drop into the mid upper 40s/lower
50s west of the I-65 corridor and cloud cover should help keep
temperatures warmer there as well. Further east, this should setup
quite a gradient in temperatures, due to drier air trapped in valley
areas and clear skies much of the night. Lows there will likely drop
into the lower to mid 40s.

Expect a weak warm front to exit from central Missouri into southern
Tennessee Saturday morning. This warm front extends east from a
storm system developing over the midwestern states. At this point
northern Alabama still looks to be in a very dry and stable airmass
overall. Models show some light precipitation moving across our
southern middle Tennessee counties Saturday afternoon, but as stated
earlier this should be all light rain showers at best. No
thunderstorms are expected at this time. Should be a bit warmer with
highs reaching the lower 70s in most locations.

Most guidance continues to push this warm front further north
Saturday night into Sunday morning. This should make for an even
warmer night on Saturday night with lows only dropping into the mid
to upper 50s in most locations.

.LONG TERM...(Saturday night through Wednesday)
Issued at 248 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

This warm front also appears to be re-enforced by a secondary warm
front via a strong low level jet that develops ahead of the cold front
approaching from the west over eastern Kansas and western Missouri.
This low level jet will provide for at least breezy conditions on
Sunday, despite cloud cover. For now, went with highs in the lower
80s, but this may be too low, given strong warm air advection and 925
mb temperatures, despite abundant cloud cover. Expect sustained
winds of around 15 mph with gusts to 30 mph possible. The front is
slow to move east and models continue to hold off any precipitation
in Alabama until Sunday night into Monday.

Models show some drier air and a drop to isolated scattered pop
Monday night before shower and thunderstorm chances increase again as
the front moves northward again after stalling in southern Alabama.
Looking at some fairly heavy rainfall signals with this system and
high PWAT values. So a good 1 to 2 inches currently in forecast may
be a bit underdone. As the front waffles through the area Tuesday
into the middle part of next week, we could start to see some
flooding issues and stronger storms develop again.

&&

.AVIATION...(For the 18Z TAFS through 18Z Friday afternoon)
Issued at 1222 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

VFR conditions are expected to continue through much of the
afternoon, before a line of scattered showers and thunderstorms
approaches the terminals from the northwest. Confidence is not high
enough for predominant -TSRA at either terminal, but have included a
tempo group for MVFR conditions between 23Z and 1Z. Left VCTS in at
terminals through 3Z at KMSL and 5Z at KHSV for lingering activity
with a return to VFR conditions. Expect rain chances to end then and
winds to become more northwesterly. These northwesterly winds should
pick up after 16Z on Friday to around 12 knots with gusts around 20
knots possible.

&&

.HUN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
AL...NONE.
TN...NONE.
&&

NEAR TERM...KTW
SHORT TERM...KTW
LONG TERM...KTW
AVIATION...KTW

For more information please visit our website
at weather.gov/huntsville.

Hazardous weather outlook, May 6, 12:53 PM CST, 3 hours 7 minutes before

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
153 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

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Lauderdale-Colbert-Franklin AL-Lawrence-Limestone-Madison-Morgan-
Marshall-Jackson-DeKalb-Cullman-Moore-Lincoln-Franklin TN-
153 PM CDT Thu May 6 2021

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for north central Alabama,
northeast Alabama, northwest Alabama and southern middle Tennessee.

.DAY ONE...This afternoon and tonight.

Scattered thunderstorms will move southeast into the area from 4 pm
through 8 pm. A few of these could be strong with small hail and wind
gusts up to 50 mph. An isolated severe thunderstorm is also possible
with higher gusts and larger hail, but this risk is low.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Friday through Wednesday.

The probability for widespread hazardous weather is low.

A few thunderstorms are possible Sunday through Wednesday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Formal activation of storm spotters and emergency management
personnel is not anticipated at this time. However, timely reports
of hail and high winds will be greatly appreciated.

Please relay any information about observed severe weather to the
NWS while following all local, state, and CDC guidelines.

The radar

The Columbus AFB radar (KGWX), 120 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 21:58 UTC.

Open the radar archive at this moment

Event by event

111 thunderstorm wind. Local standard time, as filed.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:00 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.72 mi NE of Waterloo
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.946, -88.034

A tree was knocked down at 2855 CR 1.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:00 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.52 mi W of Margerum
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.766, -88.096

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Margerum Road and U.S. Highway 72.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.48 mi ENE of Waterloo
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.922, -88.062

A tree was knocked down in the roadway on CR 14 in Waterloo.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 3.18 mi NW of Wright
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.955, -88.016

A tree was knocked down in the roadway on CR 1 in Waterloo.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.48 mi ENE of Waterloo
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.922, -88.062

A tree was knocked down in the roadway at CR 5 and CR 14 in Waterloo.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.27 mi SSE of Sullivan Xrds
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.868, -87.791

A tree was knocked down at 1620 CR 222.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.83 mi E of Springfield
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.904, -87.348

A power line was hanging low at 4546 CR 50.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.64 mi W of Lovelace Xrds
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.874, -87.778

A tree was knocked down on CR 222 in Pleasant Hill.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.73 mi N of Oakland
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.855, -87.781

A tree was knocked down along CR 222.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 3.4 mi NNE of Gravelly Spgs
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.928, -87.887

A tree was knocked down at 1640 CR 158.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 3.19 mi NNE of Gravelly Spgs
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.925, -87.885

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of CR 158 and CR 161.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.07 mi ENE of Johnson Xrds
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.975, -87.732

A tree was knocked down at 4780 CR 11.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.73 mi NW of Zip City
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.982, -87.698

A tree was knocked down on CR 11 north of CR 139.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 3.14 mi S of Murphy Xrds
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.935, -87.885

A tree was knocked down on CR 158 between CR 166 and CR 74.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.54 mi SSW of Sullivan Xrds
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.866, -87.817

A tree was knocked down at 3535 CR 81.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.54 mi SSW of Sullivan Xrds
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.866, -87.817

A tree was knocked down at 3535 CR 81.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.23 mi N of Cherokee
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.768, -87.969

A tree was knocked down at 1130 7th Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.5 mi ESE of Cherokee
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.746, -87.963

A tree was knocked down at Chickasaw Drive at Lair Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:15 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.87 mi NNW of Cherokee
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.775, -87.981

A tree was knocked down at 1600 Gilbert Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:20 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.57 mi E of Sullivan Xrds
Measured: 48 kt (55 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.900, -87.790

Large tree limbs were knocked down and blocked the intersection of CR 6 and CR 15.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:21 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.13 mi E of Pickwick Lake
Measured: 48 kt (55 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.850, -88.080

A tree was knocked down at the Riverton Community RV Park.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:24 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.7 mi E of Central Hgts
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.900, -87.750

Trees were knocked down on CR 281. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.41 mi NNW of Jacksonburg
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.886, -87.672

A tree was knocked down in the roadway at 7601 Highway 17.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.81 mi N of Mc Gee Town
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.862, -87.732

A tree was knocked down in the roadway at the intersection of CR 16 and CR 41.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.3 mi S of Zip City
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.931, -87.669

A tree was knocked down in the roadway at the intersection of CR 224 and Highway 17.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.18 mi ESE of Blackburn
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.913, -87.598

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Whispering Hills Drive and CR 94 in Green Hill.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.1 mi ENE of Woodlawn
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.840, -87.565

A power line was knocked down at the intersection of Ridgecliff and Sky Park in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.83 mi N of Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.812, -87.671

A tree was knocked down at 697 North Royal Avenue in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 3.34 mi W of Green Hill
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.962, -87.558

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of CR 8 and CR 344.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.64 mi NW of Woodlawn
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.835, -87.609

A power line was knocked down at the intersection of Florence Blvd. and Huntsville Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.32 mi WSW of Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.798, -87.675

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Veterans Drive and Irons Drive in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.97 mi E of St Florian
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.865, -87.586

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of CR 27 and CR 22.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.43 mi WSW of East Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.812, -87.643

A tree and power line were knocked down at 120 Kirkman Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.98 mi W of Weeden Hgts
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.828, -87.637

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of U.S. Highway 72 and CR 707.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.44 mi S of East Killen
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.849, -87.517

A tree was knocked down along Lingerlost Road in Center Star.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.13 mi ENE of Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.804, -87.651

A tree was knocked down along Veterans Drive near North Alabama Medical Center in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.75 mi ENE of St Florian
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.889, -87.578

A tree was knocked down along Woodland Hills Drive at Deer Cliff Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.49 mi WNW of North Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.833, -87.688

A tree was knocked down at 2319 Houston Street with a power outage reported.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.46 mi ESE of Blackburn
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.915, -87.591

A tree was knocked down and blocking the road on CR 47 at Happy Hollow in Green Hill.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.46 mi SSE of Petersville
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.844, -87.676

A tree and power line were knocked down at 517 Sherwood Court in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.16 mi NE of Hines
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.960, -87.613

A power line was knocked down at 28420 CR 8.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.46 mi ESE of Blackburn
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.915, -87.590

A tree was knocked down at 8145 CR 47.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.91 mi N of Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.813, -87.673

A tree was knocked down onto a house at 702 Howell Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.18 mi ESE of North Florence
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.822, -87.661

A tree was knocked down onto a power line at 1651 Decatur Avenue in Florence.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.37 mi N of Woodlawn
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.850, -87.597

A tree was knocked down at 7213 Parkwood Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.81 mi N of Mc Gee Town
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.862, -87.732

A tree was knocked down into the roadway at the intersection of CR 16 and CR 41.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.69 mi E of Hines
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.953, -87.600

Power lines were knocked down at the intersection of CR 8 and Goose Shoals Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.84 mi ENE of Pickavick Lake
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.764, -87.783

A tree was knocked down on CR 204.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.61 mi ESE of Sheffield
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.768, -87.690

A tree was knocked down at 1701 High Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.85 mi ESE of Sheffield
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.764, -87.687

A tree was knocked down onto a house and power lines at 910 NE 28th Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.02 mi SE of Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.721, -87.685

A tree was knocked down on Hillendale Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.1 mi NNE of Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.731, -87.699

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of South Cave Street and East 6th Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.94 mi W of Leighton
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.702, -87.536

A tree was knocked down onto a residence at 2226 North Washington Avenue.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 4.58 mi NNE of Crooked Oak
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.645, -87.782

A tree was knocked down on New Bethel Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.82 mi SE of Muscle Shoals
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.742, -87.659

A tree was knocked down onto a residence at 906 Highland Avenue.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.83 mi NNE of Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.742, -87.696

A tree was knocked down onto a house at 705 East Moore Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.83 mi ESE of Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.727, -87.686

A tree was knocked down onto a house at 2000 Oak Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.75 mi NNW of Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.741, -87.703

A tree was knocked down at 718 Dickson Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 2.12 mi S of Newsom Spgs
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.600, -87.906

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Greenhill Road and CR 33.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.42 mi SSE of Hobgood Siding
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.700, -87.625

A tree and power lines were knocked down at 2360 Old Highway 20.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 3.36 mi W of Colbert Hgts
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.664, -87.759

A tree was knocked down at 9130 Frankfort Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:30 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.06 mi NNE of Muscle Shoals
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.764, -87.662

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Garage Road and Reservation Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:35 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.89 mi SE of Petersville
Measured: 48 kt (55 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.840, -87.670

Shingles were blown off of a house near the intersection of Helton Drive and Cox Creek Parkway. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:36 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.730, -87.700

A tree was knocked down on a house on Cave Street in Tuscumbia. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:36 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.33 mi WNW of Mt New Home
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.680, -87.540

A tree and power line were knocked down.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:37 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.69 mi N of Cherokee
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.760, -87.970

Multiple trees were knocked down and tangled with power lines.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:38 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.54 mi SE of Muscle Shoals
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.745, -87.663

Three power poles were snapped behind the Shoetopia building. One of the poles blew against the building and started a fire.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:41 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.33 mi WSW of Green Hill
Measured: 48 kt (55 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.960, -87.520

Large tree limbs were knocked down in the Green Hill area.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.15 mi SSW of Springfield
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.886, -87.390

A tree was knocked down in the roadway at the intersection of Highway 101 and CR 76.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.62 mi NNE of Anderson
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.928, -87.266

A tree and power lines were knocked down on Highway 207 in Anderson.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.62 mi SW of Antioch
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.886, -87.493

A tree was knocked down at 1886 CR 103.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.52 mi N of Thortontown
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.837, -87.350

A power line was knocked down in the roadway on Meadow Ridge Lane at U.S. Highway 72.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.15 mi E of Whitehead
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.884, -87.282

A tree and power line were knocked down and in the roadway on Highway 207 at CR 551.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.63 mi W of Elgin
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.849, -87.391

A tree was knocked down and in the roadway on Highway 101 at U.S. Highway 72 in Elgin.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.56 mi NE of Thortontown
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.836, -87.343

A tree was knocked down onto a power line at the intersection of U.S. Highway 72 and CR 569.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.47 mi NNW of Arkdell
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 35.000, -87.444

A tree was knocked down at 3639 CR 39.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 0.89 mi NW of Thortontown
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.840, -87.359

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of U.S. Highway 72 and CR 575 in Elgin.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.15 mi SSW of Springfield
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.886, -87.390

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Highway 101 and CR 76.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.25 mi NNW of Mitchelltown
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.912, -87.429

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of CR 33 and CR 71 in Center Star.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.7 mi WNW of Leighton
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.705, -87.531

A tree was knocked down onto a residence at 1900 Clark Street.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 3.35 mi W of Old Bethel
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.581, -87.579

A tree and power lines were knocked down at 1725 Pineywoods Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.5 mi N of Tuscumbia
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.737, -87.700

A tree was knocked down at the Sheffield football stadium.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 0.18 mi NNW of Nitrate City
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.752, -87.552

A tree and power lines was knocked down on Osborne Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind, Colbert

When: May 6, 4:45 PM CST
Where: Colbert County, 1.03 mi NNW of Leighton
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 34.713, -87.529

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Crockett Lane and County Line Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Franklin

When: May 6, 4:56 PM CST
Where: Franklin County, 0.69 mi S of Russellville
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.510, -87.730

Multiple trees were knocked down across Russellville, including one on a house. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 5:00 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.12 mi E of Whitehead
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.883, -87.283

A tree was knocked down at 4251 Highway 207.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 5:00 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.23 mi N of Rogersville
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.862, -87.285

A tree was knocked down into the roadway at the intersection of CR 92 and Highway 207.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 5:00 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 1.52 mi N of Wheeler Lake South
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.772, -87.297

A tree was knocked down in the roadway at the intersection of CR 91 and CR 605.

Thunderstorm Wind, Lauderdale

When: May 6, 5:00 PM CST
Where: Lauderdale County, 2.29 mi NNE of Rogersville
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.861, -87.267

A tree was knocked down and wrapped in power lines at the intersection of CR 555 and CR 92.

Thunderstorm Wind, Limestone

When: May 6, 5:04 PM CST
Where: Limestone County, 3.07 mi SW of Wheeler Lake North
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.800, -87.190

A tree was knocked down along U.S. Highway 72 near Clements.

Thunderstorm Wind, Limestone

When: May 6, 5:08 PM CST
Where: Limestone County, 1.21 mi WNW of O Neal
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.859, -87.048

A tree was knocked down at the intersection of Elk River Mills Road and Tillman Mill Road. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Limestone

When: May 6, 5:23 PM CST
Where: Limestone County, 2.19 mi SE of Athens
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.780, -86.950

Trees and power poles were knocked down on Congress Drive. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: May 6, 5:34 PM CST
Where: Madison County, 1.79 mi NE of Madison
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $600
Reported by: NWS Employee
Coordinates: 34.720, -86.750

Two to three trees were uprooted and knocked down adjacent to the athletic fields at Bob Jones High School.

Thunderstorm Wind, Limestone

When: May 6, 5:36 PM CST
Where: Limestone County, 1.54 mi S of Burgreen Corner
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Law Enforcement
Coordinates: 34.708, -86.796

A tree was knocked down and blocking the road near the intersection of Hatley Lane and Burgreen Road.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: May 6, 5:39 PM CST
Where: Madison County, 1.84 mi ENE of Madison
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.710, -86.740

A tree was knocked down near the intersection of Plaza Drive and Hughes Road. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: May 6, 5:39 PM CST
Where: Madison County, 0.57 mi E of Hazel Green
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.930, -86.570

A tree was knocked down on a garage. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: May 6, 5:40 PM CST
Where: Madison County, 1.47 mi W of Fletcher Chapel
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.728, -86.696

A tree was knocked down near Explorer and Farrow Roads in Cummings Research Park. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: May 6, 5:53 PM CST
Where: Madison County, 2.07 mi N of Lily Flag
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Public
Coordinates: 34.680, -86.570

A tree was knocked down across a lane near the intersection of Four Mile Post Road and Whitesburg Drive. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Madison

When: May 6, 5:58 PM CST
Where: Madison County, 0.85 mi ESE of Cherrytree
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $1,000
Reported by: NWS Employee
Coordinates: 34.643, -86.437

A tree was knocked down on Esslinger Drive near Cherry Tree Road. The tree caught fire and the transformer blew knocking the power out.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:08 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 1.16 mi WSW of Letcher
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.745, -86.189

A tree was knocked down across CR 8 in the Pleasant Grove area. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:18 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 0.57 mi W of Hytop
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.920, -86.090

A tree was knocked down across Hytop Road in the Hytop area. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Marshall

When: May 6, 6:22 PM CST
Where: Marshall County, 1.33 mi ESE of Grant
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 34.520, -86.250

Multiple trees were knocked down around Grant. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:23 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 1.68 mi WNW of Scottsboro
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.682, -86.056

A tree was knocked down on Old Larkinsville Road near Scottsboro. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:27 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 4.08 mi SSW of Scottsboro
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.615, -86.057

Trees were knocked down across Bob Jones Road near Scottsboro. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:30 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 1.03 mi NW of Section
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.588, -85.995

Trees and power lines were knocked down near Highway 35 near the top of Sand Mountain. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:34 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 2.36 mi SSE of Davistown
Measured: 48 kt (55 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.520, -86.000

A large tree was knocked down.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:36 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 0.84 mi ENE of Bolivar
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.905, -85.786

A tree was knocked down across the road near the corner of Steam Plant Road and Alabama Highway 277. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:39 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 19.95 mi SE of Browntown
Measured: 43 kt (49 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $200
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.374, -85.632

A tree was knocked down across the roadway in the 300 block of CR 176.

Thunderstorm Wind, Jackson

When: May 6, 6:40 PM CST
Where: Jackson County, 0.73 mi SSE of Roslie
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.690, -85.778

Trees were knocked down across the road near the corner of CR 83 and CR 456. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dekalb

When: May 6, 6:42 PM CST
Where: Dekalb County, 0.93 mi S of Hopewell
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.356, -86.050

Several trees were knocked down on CR 23. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind, Dekalb

When: May 6, 7:00 PM CST
Where: Dekalb County, 2.18 mi ENE of Rodentown
Measured: 52 kt (60 mph) estimated gust
Reported by: Emergency Manager
Coordinates: 34.241, -85.984

Several trees were knocked down near the corner of CR 4 and CR 26 in the Aroney area.

What these are

Thunderstorm Wind: Winds from a thunderstorm of 50 knots (58 mph) or more, or lower winds that caused damage or casualties. Measured gusts are marked MG, estimated EG.

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Sources

NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database, compiled from the National Weather Service’s monthly Storm Data. Complete through 2026-06; NCEI adds each month about 75 days after it ends and revises past years a few times a year. Rebuilt 2026-09-24. Each event’s entry at NCEI: 958603, 958637, 958562, 958563, 958564, 958570, 958571, 958573, 958587, 958597, 958601, 958611, 958612, 958614, 958616, 958617, 958618, 958619, 958640, 958321, 958317, 958324, 958565, 958566, 958567, 958568, 958569, 958572, 958574, 958575, 958576, 958577, 958580, 958585, 958588, 958589, 958590, 958591, 958592, 958593, and more.