A cluster of severe thunderstorms developed during the mid afternoon hours over northwest Alabama. As the thunderstorms moved southward, they produced pockets of damaging wind and large hail up to golf ball sized.
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The episode as NWS HUN wrote it up.
A cluster of severe thunderstorms developed during the mid afternoon hours over northwest Alabama. As the thunderstorms moved southward, they produced pockets of damaging wind and large hail up to golf ball sized.
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 Jun 25, 12:10 PM CST, 1 hour 19 minutes earlier.
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Huntsville AL 110 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023 ...New NEAR TERM, SHORT TERM, LONG TERM... .NEAR TERM... (Tonight) Issued at 108 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023 As was alluded to in the morning update, a rather challenging forecast is on tap for the TN Valley for the short term portion of the forecast. The aforementioned MCS to our NE has produced an outflow boundary that we're all watching march across portions of Central TN at this hour. Along and ahead of this feature, cells are developing in a very unstable airmass, with steep lapse rates and more than ample MUCAPE for this time of year (3500-4000 J/KG). This mesoanalysis is verifying well when looking at radar trends, with cells going from not even as much as a blip on radar to well above 40kft in about 15-30min. We expect this trend to continue and for storms to expand in coverage over the next several hours. As has been well-advertised over the last day and a half: large hail to the size of golfballs or larger concurrent with damaging winds of 60-70mph (with higher gusts possible in stronger cells today) are possible. Lastly, any training of cells will introduce the possibility for flash flooding this evening as well. A Mesoscale Discussion was just issued for our area for these storms, and we'll likely have a Severe Thunderstorm Watch at some point in the next 1-2 hours to account for these threats. Stay tuned for further forecast updates on the severe potential for this afternoon/evening. The second part of the forecast that's been difficult is the development of a secondary MCS ahead of the cold front itself, across portions of OK/AR. It's this activity that may brush our Wrn areas later this evening as "Round 2." A lot of the severity of this second round will depend heavily on how much instability gets gobbled up with this first round of storms. Either way, once the cold pool develops with that activity, gusty/damaging winds will be the primary threat this evening, with a lesser possibility for large hail (like we'll likely see this aftn). As if that's not enough for the afternoon, Heat Advisory criteria is being met across portions of NW AL ahead of the storms, so we've hoisted a Heat Advisory for Lauderdale, Colbert, Franklin, and Lawrence Counties in NW AL through 00Z this evening. With air temperatures in the middle 90s ongoing with dewpoints in the middle to upper 70s, this is translating to Heat Index values in the 105-110F range across much of Northern MS and into the Wrn portions of AL. && .SHORT TERM... (Monday through Tuesday night) Issued at 108 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023 The forecast for Monday and Tuesday is relatively benign, compared to the severe threat in the near term and the potential for excessive heat in the long-term. As such, Monday/Tuesday will see highs in the lower 90s for much of the area and will likely be the "coolest" day of the forecast period until we get to Sunday or Monday of next week. Morning lows will be in the upper 60s to lower 70s both mornings. && .LONG TERM... (Wednesday through Sunday) Issued at 108 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023 The big story for the long-term portion of the forecast shapes up by midweek as the upper level ridge currently across portions of S TX begins to build to the NE. As such, temperatures will climb through the week, topping out in the middle 90s on Wednesday, and likely approaching/surpassing the 100-degree mark on Thursday and Friday. As of now, the 75/95% NBM temp probabilities have us topping out in the 100-105F range both days, with Friday being the hottest day (and likely forcing our hands to issue an Excessive Heat Warning with Heat Index values very likely near/above 110-115F). Right now, we have 100-102F both days, but my gut says that this is still underdone by at least another degree or two. At the very least, Heat Advisories will be likely for the middle/end of the week, and it's something folks should prepare for now! Regarding rainfall chances during this portion of the forecast, global models advertise a few disturbances riding up/over the approaching ridge to the SW. As is always the case this time of year, trying to time an MCS 24hrs out can (and usually is) difficult, so will just go with the NBM blend for PoPs late next week for now to account for the uncertainty this far out. Either way, rain or no, the heat we're forecasting to dominate the weather pattern to end the week will be dangerous, and will likely lead to heat exhaustion/stroke if precautions are not taken seriously. Take the time now to make a plan for later in the week, whether that be taking care of outdoor responsibilities earlier in the week, or making a plan to find cooler shelter (or cooling centers when/if they open). && .AVIATION... (18Z TAFS) Issued at 1145 AM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023 MVFR conds will prevail for much of the afternoon hours as showers/storms bubble up around the terminals. A more organized threat of direct impacts from tstorms will come a bit later this aftn as an MCS approaches the area from the North. An outflow boundary associated with this complex will further develop showers/storms by mid-afternoon, with LIFR conds possible, along with large hail (golf-ball or larger) and damaging winds of 60+mph. For now, will handle the initial threat of storms with VCTS and then include a prevailing 3-4hr period by 00Z this evening where the bulk of the storms will impact both KHSV and KMSL. Lingering showers may be a concern with IFR/MVFR conds possible into the wee hours of Monday morning, and as such, a PROB30 group was maintained to account for this. Eventually, convection/lingering light rain will vacate the terminals, giving way to VFR conds by mid-late morning Monday, prevailing thru the remainder of the TAF period. && .HUN WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES... AL...Heat Advisory until 7 PM CDT this evening for ALZ001>004. TN...None. && NEAR TERM...12 SHORT TERM....12 LONG TERM....12 AVIATION...12
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
207 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0145 PM Hail 3 N Madison 34.75N 86.75W
06/25/2023 E1.25 inch Madison AL Public
Photo received via social media of hail
larger than a quarter.
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CGALPreliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
215 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0131 PM Hail 5 NNW Madison 34.77N 86.79W
06/25/2023 E1.00 inch Limestone AL NWS Employee
Report of quarter-size hail near Old
Railroad Bed Road and Capshaw Road.
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CGALPreliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
220 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0137 PM Hail 3 NW Madison 34.73N 86.79W
06/25/2023 E1.25 inch Madison AL Trained Spotter
Spotter reported half dollar size hail near
County Line Road and Browns Ferry Road.
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CGALPreliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
221 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
..TIME... ...EVENT... ...CITY LOCATION... ...LAT.LON...
..DATE... ....MAG.... ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
..REMARKS..
0121 PM Hail 7 NW Madison 34.77N 86.83W
06/25/2023 E1.50 inch Limestone AL Trained Spotter
Corrects previous hail report from 7 NW
Madison. Spotter reported 1.5 inch hail near
East Limestone and Capshaw Rd.
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CGALSpecial Weather Statement
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
225 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
TNZ097-252015-
Franklin TN-
225 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of Franklin County
through 315 PM CDT...
At 225 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Huntland, or 7 miles southwest of Winchester, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Winchester, Decherd, Cowan, Huntland, Sewanee, Tims Ford Lake, Lexie
Crossroads, Harmony, Maxwell and St. Andrews.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 600 PM CDT for
Middle Tennessee.
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LAT...LON 3530 8595 3530 8593 3528 8591 3513 8586
3506 8586 3502 8629 3516 8632 3517 8630
3520 8631 3531 8595
TIME...MOT...LOC 1925Z 256DEG 23KT 3513 8623
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
AMPSpecial Weather Statement
National Weather Service Huntsville AL
227 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
ALZ006-009-252015-
Madison AL-Jackson AL-
227 PM CDT Sun Jun 25 2023
...A strong thunderstorm will impact portions of west central Jackson
and central Madison Counties through 315 PM CDT...
At 226 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over
northeastern Huntsville, moving east at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Huntsville, Moores Mill, Meridianville, Redstone Arsenal, Gurley,
Alabama A And M University, University Of Alabama In Huntsville, New
Market, Pleasant Groves and Maysville.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 600 PM CDT for
north central and northeastern Alabama.
&&
LAT...LON 3464 8666 3482 8671 3495 8627 3469 8619
TIME...MOT...LOC 1926Z 251DEG 24KT 3475 8657
MAX HAIL SIZE...0.75 IN
MAX WIND GUST...50 MPH
AMPThe Northeast Alabama radar (KHTX), 72 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 19:28 UTC.
13 thunderstorm wind, 4 hail. Local standard time, as filed.
A wind gust of 69 mph was measured at the Huntsville International Airport.
Trees and power lines were knocked down in Ardmore dur to outflow gust front winds. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple trees were knocked down on Highway 207 near Anderson. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple photos and video from social media indicated hail up to quarter sized.
Hail of 1.5 inches in diameter was relayed via broadcast media. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple trees were knocked down at Joe Wheeler State Park Golf Course. Time estimated by radar.
A large tree was knocked down in Elgin. Time estimated by radar.
A tree was knocked down on County Line Road at Bethel Cemetery Road. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple trees were knocked down in Hatton on CR 161 and CR 160.
Multiple trees were knocked down on CR 460 and CR 175 west of Moulton. Time estimated by radar.
Golf ball sized hail was reported on CR 7 west of Moulton. Time estimated by radar.
Golf ball sized hail was reported. Multiple roofs were damaged in the Mount Hope community. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple trees were knocked down in Mount Hope. Time estimated by radar.
Broadcast media relayed photos on social media of a metal barn that was destroyed. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple trees were knocked down on Highway 33 at the Winston County line. Time estimated by radar.
A tree was knocked down on Little Egypt Road. Time estimated by radar.
Multiple trees were knocked down along Highway 243 in eastern Franklin County.
After NWS Directive 10-1605, the rules offices file Storm Data by.
Every storm in Alabama in 2023Every state in 2023This day in weather historyWarnings in Alabama, June 2023
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: 1115507, 1115505, 1115502, 1115496, 1115498, 1115501, 1115497, 1115504, 1115513, 1115512, 1115500, 1115499, 1115517, 1116638, 1115515, 1115519, 1115510.