Wind Advisory Issued for West Alabama Counties

Gusty winds expected to blow around unsecured objects and potentially cause power outages.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Wind Advisory for several counties in West Alabama, including Bibb, Fayette, Greene, Hale, Lamar, Perry, Pickens, Sumter, Tuscaloosa, and Walker. The advisory is in effect from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, with northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph and gusts up to 30 mph expected.

Why it matters

High winds can pose a threat to public safety by blowing around unsecured objects, downing trees, and potentially causing power outages. This advisory gives residents in the affected counties time to secure loose items and prepare for potential disruptions.

The details

The National Weather Service has issued the Wind Advisory due to the expected gusty winds that could reach speeds up to 30 mph. These strong winds have the potential to blow around unsecured objects, bring down trees and power lines, and result in scattered power outages across the region.

  • The Wind Advisory is in effect from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service in Birmingham

The regional office of the National Weather Service that issued the Wind Advisory for West Alabama.

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The takeaway

Residents in the affected West Alabama counties should take steps to secure loose outdoor items, be prepared for potential power outages, and avoid unnecessary travel during the high wind event on Sunday.