Active AlertsYantley, AL

Extreme Cold Warning

Issued at Thu 10:30 PM Jan. 29

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly. Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside.

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Flood Warning

Issued at Thu 7:21 PM Jan. 29

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Alabama Tombigbee River Near Coffeeville Dam affecting Choctaw, Washington and Clarke Counties. For the Tombigbee Riverincluding Coffeeville Dam, Coffeeville Dam - upstream, LeroyMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Tombigbee River near Coffeeville Dam.
When: Until tomorrow morning.
Impacts: At 29.0 feet, pastureland becomes flooded. Livestock should be moved to higher ground. Old Ferry Road near the river begins to flood.
Additional Details: - At 6:30 PM CST Thursday the stage was 29.3 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to fall below flood stage just after midnight tonight and continue falling to 15.2 feet Tuesday evening. - Flood stage is 29.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Stay tuned to further developments by listening to your local radio, television, or NOAA Weather Radio for further information. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov/mob. Click on the Rivers and Lakes menu for forecasts and observations.

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