SUMMARY: The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season begins today and runs through November, with experts predicting an above-average storm season. Preparation is crucial, as storms like Hurricane Sally caused prolonged power outages. Local hardware stores like Paris Ace Hardware in Foley are already stocked with emergency essentials such as batteries, water, generators, and plywood. Supplies like chainsaws can quickly sell out once storms approach, making early stocking vital. Residents are encouraged to check their hurricane kits now. Additionally, a weather radio programming event will be held Wednesday at Spanish Fort Ace Hardware to help residents stay informed and prepared.

The forecast is still quiet for now, but hurricane season is just getting started. Sunday marks the first day of the 2025 hurricane season, and from now through the end of November, everyone will be keeping a close eye on the tropics.

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SUMMARY: Canadian wildfire smoke continues to cause hazy skies across Alabama, especially in northern areas like North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley. While air quality remains safe with no alerts locally, regions further north near the Dakotas and Minneapolis face hazardous conditions. The haze will persist today with mostly dry weather and highs in the low to mid-80s. By midweek, increasing Gulf moisture will raise humidity and temperatures toward the upper 80s and possibly near 90 degrees, particularly in West Alabama. A stormier pattern with more showers is expected to return toward the weekend.

Canadian wildfire smoke continues to make Alabama’s forecast hazy. The first week of June looks hot and humid.

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SUMMARY: Early this morning around 4:30 AM, a Mobile Police cruiser crashed on St. Stephens Road near Lafayette Road, involving two other civilian vehicles. Multiple officers and a fire rescue truck responded to the scene, but details on how the crash occurred or the extent of injuries remain unknown. A sedan driver involved said she was simply trying to reach her destination when the incident happened. Additionally, less than a mile away at Fat Tuesday’s Sports Bar, police were seen with multiple cruisers and questioning people, though any connection to the crash is unclear. Authorities are investigating and have yet to release further information.

The incident happened at about 4:30 Sunday morning

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