Twin States Weather Blog

Arlene Pulsing Down...

Arlene is beginning to suffer some ill effects from the vast supply of dry air. Dry air is really beginning to get entrained into the system - and this is causing some weakening. The last NHC advisory had max winds at 70mph, I would be very surprised if the winds were not decreased with the next advisory.

We have seen some bursts of convection over the past hour or so, but I believe that will only be temporary.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for most of south central and southwest Alabama, including Clarke county in our area. We'll watch this closely, but our opinion is that the main threat with Arlene will be the potential for some flooding. Again, the main area of concern for flooding will be in western Alabama.

I'm beginning to get a bit sleepy...I may take a power nap and write another update after the next NHC advisory (7-8 AM). Be safe if you're out driving on these wet roads!

posted by WTOK Weather Staff @ 5:36 AM