Alabama is facing its most significant severe weather threat in a while, starting this afternoon. The National Weather Service said tornadoes, damaging winds, hail and heavy rain will be possible in the state from Wednesday afternoon until late Thursday morning.

A flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Birmingham at 6:08 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved $19.9 million for flood-mitigation projects in Alabama, Florida, Kentucky, Mississippi and South Carolina, the agency announced Thursday.

A tense day at the Alabama State House on Wednesday ended abruptly when a severe storm caused flooding and the evacuation of the building. The Alabama Senate convened at 4 p.m. to debate one of the two bills that lawmakers will consider during the special session.

FEMA approves $19.9 million to support flood mitigation SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — FEMA funding has been approved to support flood mitigation in parts of Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi. According to a news release,