Fri Mar 14 09:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Severe Storms and Lunar Eclipse Highlight Alabama Weather Forecast
**BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) –** East Alabama residents are bracing for a busy weather week, starting with strong storms Thursday night bringing heavy rain, hail, and gusty winds. While these storms pose a risk, there’s a chance for breaks in the cloud cover to offer optimal viewing of the total lunar eclipse late Thursday night into Friday morning.
Friday will bring a reprieve with dry, windy weather and highs near 80 degrees. However, the National Weather Service has issued a warning for Saturday, forecasting a heightened risk of severe storms and tornadoes, with two distinct periods of potential severe weather – one in the morning and another in the afternoon and evening. Residents are urged to stay weather-aware.
Sunday is expected to be dry and seasonable, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. A slight chance of showers and possibly a few storms is predicted for mid-week, but no significant severe weather is anticipated at this time.
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