WATCH: Severe storm brings flooding at Alabama State House
A severe thunderstorm brought a flash flood to the Alabama State House, which has become a common occurrence in recent years.
Severe Weather
Lifesaver Radar data seen on WAKA to be shared with Alabama EMA to improve storm safety
Data from the two Lifesaver Radar systems you see regularly on WAKA Action 8 News will now be shared with the Alabama Emergency Management Agency to improve storm safety efforts statewide.
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.
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?
Alabama State Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: February 20-22
You have the chance to buy items to prepare for severe weather while saving money on sales taxes.
Storms bring down trees, power lines across area
We are tracking reports of trees and power lines down across the area as storms with high wind gusts passed through this afternoon. Here are the reports:
Weather Authority: Closings, Cancellations and Delays
Here are the latest closings, cancellations and delays due to the threat for heavy rain and severe storms:
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Possible tornado causes damage in Bullock County
Storm damage has been reported in Bullock County, possibly caused by a tornado.
ONLY ON 8: Second Action 8 Lifesaver Radar to cover West Alabama dedicated
A dedication ceremony has been held in the Wilcox County town of Pine Hill for Action 8’s new Lifesaver Radar system, the second of it kind in our area.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Dallas County Sheriff says two people are dead in a confirmed EF-3 tornado in Plantersville
Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum said two people have been killed in yesterday’s storms in Plantersville.
