Safe from the Storm: Alabama launches new Flood Notification System
A deadly flood in Texas that killed an Alabama girl has prompted state officials to launch a new flood notification system.
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Safe from the Storm: What does it mean when the governor declares a State of Emergency?
When a big weather event affects Alabama, you may hear that the governor has issued a “State of Emergency.” But what does that actually mean?
Safe from the Storm: What are the advantages of Action 8’s Lifesaver Radar?
Action 8 has two Climavision radar systems covering West Alabama. What are the advantages to having those systems to people in that part of the state and elsewhere when severe weather threatens?
Safe from the Storm: How to help your roof withstand a hurricane
Hurricanes can bring roof damage, even inland in our part of Alabama. Here is how you can make sure you don’t lose your roof when winds are close to or above hurricane force.
Safe from the Storm: Remembering 1995 Hurricane Opal’s destruction throughout Alabama
1995’s Hurricane Opal is proof that destruction can happen hundreds of miles from the Gulf coast, including in Montgomery and northward.
Safe from the Storm: How bad could this year’s hurricane season be?
Your Action 8 Weather Authority is getting you ready for the 2025 hurricane season. What’s the forecast looking like this year?
Safe from the Storm: 2024 Hurricane Season Outlook
Why has the National Hurricane Center forecasted an especially busy 2024 season?
Safe from the Storm: How hurricanes affect Central Alabama
You may think that being in Central Alabama would protect us from the effects of tropical weather. But we can and do receive damage.
Safe from the Storm: Hurricanes Actually Benefit the Planet
While hurricanes often bring fatalities and property damage, weather experts say they are actually a necessary part of Earth’s weather system.
Safe from the Storm: Rich Thomas Reports from Tropical Weather Conference
Bluewater Chief Meteorologist Rich Thomas was just one of many weather experts to attend the 2023 National Tropical Weather Conference to examine forecasting trends for the upcoming hurricane season.
