17 Mar 2021 | 09:54 PM UTC
US: Tornado warning issued for parts of Jefferson County, Alabama, through 1730 CDT March 17
FLASH: Tornado warning issued for parts of Jefferson County, Alabama, US, including Birmingham, through 1730 CDT March 17. Take cover.
Event
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Tornado Warning for part of Jefferson County, Alabama, during the late afternoon of March 17. The warning covers Northwestern Birmingham, Gardendale, Fultondale, Center Point, Pleasant Grove, Clay, Pinson, Tarrant, Adamsville, Warrior, Kimberly, Graysville, Morris, Sylvan Springs, Brookside, Mulga,Trafford, Maytown, County Line, and Cardiff. A tornado has reportedly touched down near Maytown outside of Birmingham. The warning is active through at least 1730 CDT March 17.
The weather warnings could be extended or expanded at short notice.
This is a developing situation; additional information will be issued as warranted.
Advice
Seek shelter immediately in areas covered by the warning. Be prepared to quickly move to a safe location if new warnings are issued. Postpone driving until weather conditions improve. Charge battery-powered devices in case prolonged electricity outages occur. Monitor local media for updated emergency and weather information.
