Public Information Statement
Issued by NWS Birmingham, AL
Issued by NWS Birmingham, AL
039 NOUS44 KBMX 021501 PNSBMX ALZ011>015-017>050-030315- Public Information Statement National Weather Service Birmingham AL 901 AM CST Sun Feb 2 2025 ...This is Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama... February 3rd through 7th, 2025 has been proclaimed Severe Weather Awareness Week in Alabama by Governor Kay Ivey, in partnership with the National Weather Service and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency. Throughout the week, Alabamians are encouraged to learn and/or review actions necessary for protecting their lives during severe weather. Advance planning and increased awareness will help residents survive these potentially deadly storms. Severe weather has occurred in Alabama every month of the year and at all times of the day and night, including tornadoes, straight-line winds, large hail, and flooding. Tornadoes are especially impactful to our region due to their frequency and our societal vulnerabilities. Central Alabama`s tornado season runs from November into May. The National Weather Service Birmingham, Alabama office will highlight a variety of severe weather safety information each day on Facebook and X. Search for and follow NWS Birmingham. Information will also be available on our website at weather.gov/bmx. Weather permitting, a NOAA Weather Radio test will be conducted on Wednesday, February 5th at 9 am, serving as a time for schools, businesses, and residents to practice their severe weather sheltering plans. For further information, you may contact John de Block, Warning Coordination Meteorologist, National Weather Service Birmingham, AL at 205-664-3010, extension 223. $$