The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center has issued a severe weather warning for parts of the Southeast and Deep South United States on Tuesday, November 25. Residents should prepare for isolated severe thunderstorms that could produce dangerous conditions throughout the day.
Immediate Storm Threats and Timing
The severe weather threat will persist from morning hours through early evening, with particular concern for eastern Mississippi and central Alabama. Forecasters indicate that atmospheric conditions in these regions might briefly support rotating storms, raising the possibility of tornado formation.
Early Tuesday morning witnessed a fast-moving line of showers and isolated thunderstorms crossing northern Alabama before progressing into northwest Georgia. However, these initial storms are encountering limited instability due to surface dew points remaining in the mid-50s, reducing the likelihood of damaging wind gusts during morning hours.
Afternoon Storm Redevelopment Expected
As the initial storm system moves out, meteorological patterns suggest a change in conditions. Southerly winds are projected to transport slightly moister and more unstable air into east-central Mississippi and central/northern Alabama during the afternoon hours.
Although large-scale forcing mechanisms remain weak, daytime heating could trigger scattered thunderstorms by early afternoon. This combination of factors creates a potentially volatile situation that residents should monitor closely.
Supercell Potential and Primary Concerns
Any thunderstorms that develop will form in an environment featuring 20-30 knots of low-level southerly winds combined with sufficient deep-layer shear to support transient supercell structures. This technical setup maintains the need for a Slight Risk categorization despite weaker forcing mechanisms.
The Storm Prediction Center emphasizes that gusty winds and a few tornadoes remain the primary concerns for affected regions. The combination of atmospheric ingredients, while not ideal for widespread severe weather, still poses significant risks that warrant public awareness and preparedness.
Residents in the warned areas should stay updated with the latest forecasts and have emergency plans ready. The situation requires vigilance as conditions could change rapidly throughout the day.
