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Helene is now a Hurricane

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2024-09-25 11:00:01

SUMMARY: Hurricane Helen is currently strengthening as it approaches the Gulf of Mexico, with maximum winds of 80 mph. The storm is moving north-northwest at 10 mph and is expected to reach category 2 status soon, potentially becoming a category 3 hurricane by tomorrow morning. It’s forecasted to make landfall near Appalachicola around 7 PM tomorrow, weakening quickly afterward. While the Gulf Coast will experience breezy conditions and a tropical storm warning in waterways, significant storm surge impacts will be focused on the eastern side of the storm. Rain chances and rough surf may affect Northwest Florida, so residents should stay informed on the latest developments.

HURRICANE HELENE is now a hurricane and will continue to strengthen as it enters the Gulf. The system continues to become more organized and is set for a period of possible rapid intensification. The storm is expected to become major hurricane by Thursday morning.

Right now, NHC has Helene picking up speed as it gets picked up by and upper-level trough. Currently, the cone of uncertainty stretches from the Panama City all the way to Cedar Key, FL. As this continues to develop, we could see more wobbles in the track.

As the center gets more organized, we could see shifts in the track. Even small shifts will impact what we see in the News 5 area. This system is also forecast to be big in size, meaning impacts will be felt well outside of the cone of uncertainty (where the center of the storm could pass).

ROUGH SURF – Waves of 8-14 feet, 6-10 feet in the surf zone. High Surf Warning in place from 6 AM Thursday to noon Friday
GUSTY WINDS (WATER)– Tropical Storm Warning for coastal waters of NW FL and offshore waters of AL. Small Craft Advisory in place for other local waters
GUSTY WINDS (LAND) – 20-30 mph wind gusts, some up to 45 mph mainly in NW FL (Wind Advisory for coastal NW FL from noon Thursday through 6 AM Friday)
RAIN – 1-3″, mainly east of Mobile Bay
COASTAL FLOODING – Minor flooding along coastal AL and NW FL Thursday evening
ISOLATED TORNADOES: Wednesday into Thursday, low risk in NW FL
These impacts COULD CHANGE if the forecast track changes. Stay tuned!

WHAT TO DO

Keep watching and we will continue to keep you updated. Make sure your kit and plan are ready to go.

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Blustery to end the week in Central Alabama with frost likely to kick off the weekend

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November 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WVTM 13 News – 2024-11-21 06:33:58

SUMMARY: Temperatures across Central Alabama will be in the 40s and 30s this morning, with highs reaching the mid-50s later. Winds will remain gusty, up to 30 mph. Friday and Saturday will be impact days due to cold and wind, with Friday’s wind chill in the 20s at daybreak and highs only in the 50s. Evening temperatures for playoff games will dip to 44°F, feeling colder. Saturday may bring frost and freeze warnings, with temperatures possibly reaching freezing. Saturday’s football games will see cold temperatures, but a recovery is expected by the afternoon. Next week could bring showers and thunderstorms.

Blustery to end the week in Central Alabama with frost likely to kick off the weekend

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Judge grants mistrial in Sheila Agee trial due to ‘unhinged juror’

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November 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2024-11-20 21:35:38

SUMMARY: A mistrial was declared in the murder case of Sheila A.G., accused of aiding her son in the murder of Brooklyn Sims, after drama in the jury room. During deliberations, concerns arose when one juror was accused of distraction, reportedly doing crossword puzzles. Additionally, tensions escalated due to an argumentative juror, leading two jurors to feel unsafe, one of whom had health concerns. The defense moved for a mistrial, which Judge Coleman Robinson granted. A new jury will hear the case, as the judge emphasized the need for decency and appropriate conduct among jurors to reach a fair verdict.

An Escambia County judge has granted the defense team’s motion for a mistrial in the Sheila Agee principal to murder case.
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Alabama Doctors Warn Against rise of Whooping Cough | Nov. 20, 2024 | News 19 at 6:30 p.m.

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November 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WHNT News 19 – 2024-11-20 19:39:22

SUMMARY: Public health officials in Alabama are warning about a rise in whooping cough cases, particularly at Hillcrest High School in Tuscaloosa. Dr. Karen Landers from the Alabama Department of Public Health explains that the illness, although old, is resurfacing and can cause severe symptoms, especially in infants and the elderly. Adults should also be aware, as the disease can be severe for those with other health issues. Dr. Colleen Toby Donahue emphasizes the importance of staying up to date on vaccinations and contacting a doctor if symptoms occur. Preventative measures, such as handwashing and staying home when sick, are critical.

It is colloquially known as whooping cough, but doctors know it as pertussis. Confirmed cases of the disease have been reported at Hillcrest High School in Tuscaloosa and the University of Alabama in Huntsville, so doctors are urging Alabamians to stay aware.

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