Severe Weather Risk for Potential Damaging Winds & Large Hail

West Alabama could see strong-to-severe storms on Monday, March 9

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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A multi-day, multi-state severe weather threat is expected to unfold this week, impacting areas of the Central United States that were struck by severe storms just last week. The Weather Channel said that 'Severe weather, including a threat of tornadoes, is once again forecast in parts of the South, Midwest and East.' For Alabama, the current outlook is calling for residents to be weather-aware today, Monday, March 9, and Wednesday, March 11.

Why it matters

Severe weather events can pose significant risks to public safety and property, making it crucial for residents to stay informed and prepared. This storm system could bring damaging winds, large hail, and a low but not zero tornado threat to parts of West Alabama.

The details

The Storm Prediction Center has West and Central Alabama under a 'Slight Risk' and a good portion of the remainder of the state under a 'Marginal Risk.' The National Weather Service in Birmingham said, 'the highest risk generally across the western half of the area. Threats include damaging winds up to 60 mph & large hail up to half dollar size.' Storms are expected to slowly weaken late tonight, with the primary threat coming from large hail thanks to steep lapse rates and strong, gusty winds.

  • The severe weather threat is expected to impact West Alabama between 3 p.m. and 9 p.m. on Monday, March 9.
  • Additional severe weather is possible on Wednesday, March 11, but details are still being monitored.

The players

The Weather Channel

A major U.S. cable and satellite television channel that focuses on weather forecasting and reporting.

Storm Prediction Center

A division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) that provides forecasts and information about severe weather threats in the United States.

National Weather Service

A scientific agency within the United States Department of Commerce that is responsible for weather forecasting and issuing weather warnings.

James Spann

Alabama Weather Network and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist.

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What they’re saying

“Severe weather, including a threat of tornadoes, is once again forecast in parts of the South, Midwest and East.”

— The Weather Channel (catfishtuscaloosa.com)

“The highest risk generally across the western half of the area. Threats include damaging winds up to 60 mph & large hail up to half dollar size.”

— National Weather Service in Birmingham (catfishtuscaloosa.com)

“Storms will slowly weaken late tonight. With this round of thunderstorms, the primary threat will come from large hail thanks to steep lapse rates. Strong, gusty winds are likely with the heavier storms... the tornado threat is low, but not zero.”

— James Spann, Alabama Weather Network and Townsquare Media Tuscaloosa Chief Meteorologist (catfishtuscaloosa.com)

What’s next

The Townsquare Media Weather Center will continue to monitor conditions closely and provide updates. Once the Monday threat has passed, we will share additional information on the potential for severe weather on Wednesday.

The takeaway

Residents in West Alabama should remain weather-aware and prepared for the potential of damaging winds, large hail, and a low but not zero tornado threat on Monday, March 9. Staying informed and taking appropriate safety precautions is crucial during severe weather events.