Radar update at 12:45 pm: storms will continue with areas experiencing heavy rain and frequent lightning. Storms that move over the same areas (training storms) may produce localized flooding. Storms today are capable of winds up to 70 mph, half-dollar size hail, & a tornado. | US National Weather Service Birmingham Alabama

3:05p 6/12: Radar Scattered showers and thunderstorms are ongoing across much of Alabama this afternoon. These storms may occasionally become strong, producing small hail and wind gusts. Storms are expected to remain largely below severe limits, but a brief severe storm or two can't be ruled out. #alwx | US National Weather Service Birmingham Alabama