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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2024-09-22 07:55:48

SUMMARY: Good morning! It’s the first day of fall, but temperatures will remain near 90 degrees today. In the tropics, we’re tracking a low-pressure system expected to develop over the Northwestern Caribbean, moving into the southern Gulf of Mexico midweek. It has a high chance of becoming a tropical depression or storm, but current models are inconsistent due to the lack of a defined center. Residents from Southeastern Louisiana to Florida should monitor this system. Timing suggests impacts could occur from Thursday to Saturday. Meanwhile, enjoy the clear skies and warm beach weather as we stay above average through Tuesday.

The western Caribbean Sea will be an area to closely watch this week as global models point to the potential for tropical development. We are also watching a couple of other areas in the central and eastern Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring the northwestern Caribbean. An area of low pressure will develop in this region in the next day or two. Once this happens, there is a high chance that this system becomes a tropical system as it moves into the southern Gulf midweek.

WHAT WE KNOW:

We continue to track a low pressure that is expected to form in the NW Caribbean in the next day or two.

From there (Tues-Thurs timeframe), this low pressure is forecast to move into the Gulf of Mexico where it has a HIGH CHANCE of becoming a tropical system.

As this system enters the Gulf, no matter what it becomes, we WILL AT LEAST SEE surf increasing towards the end of the week.

Anyone in LA, MS, AL and FL need to monitor this closely. Possible tropical impacts would be Thurs-Sat…Exactly where these occur is still in question.

WHAT IS STILL UNCERTAIN:

Exact track. The low pressure has not even formed yet, much less a tropical system. Because models do not have anything to latch on to, they are ALL over the place unfortunately. Do not focus on one model or one run…It will change drastically. Also, the steering currents are VERY complex and will change.

Impacts for our area…We KNOW we will see rough surf, but exact impacts will depend on the ultimate track.

Timing…Broad timing looks to be Thurs-Sat as far as impacts go. Exactly where these occur is still in question.

Intensity – Depends on ultimate track and how it interacts with our systems steering it.

WHAT TO DO:

Have your kit and plan ready to go just in case.

Stay tuned to WKRG. We will continue to keep you updated.

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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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