SUMMARY: Heavy downpours and storms are expected to increase later this week, with heat index values near 100 degrees and air temperatures in the 90s. Scattered storms will develop this afternoon, becoming more widespread Wednesday afternoon with heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and gusty winds. Thursday and Friday bring higher storm coverage, mainly in afternoons and evenings, with rainfall totals ranging from 1 inch to 3.5 inches in some areas. Although severe storms remain unlikely, localized flooding is possible due to saturated, tropical air. Rain chances decrease over the weekend, with only scattered afternoon and evening storms expected.

Heavy downpours expected through the week

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SUMMARY: A man’s boat motor failed Monday morning near Mobile Bay, prompting him to swim ashore while towing his boat, refusing rescue assistance. First responders monitored but did not intervene as he safely reached shore without a life vest. Officials stressed the importance of wearing life vests when operating vessels, warning of risks like debris and wildlife in Mobile Bay’s waters. Authorities advised sharing boating plans with loved ones and carrying safety gear. The man’s decision to swim alone was considered risky but fortunate, avoiding a potentially tragic outcome in the challenging conditions of Mobile Bay.

A man whose boat stopped working jumped into the waters of Mobile Bay and towed the boat back to shore, refusing help from Mobile Fire Rescue

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SUMMARY: A motorcyclist was airlifted to the hospital after a serious collision with a minivan in Baldwin County. Over the Fourth of July weekend, Orange Beach lifeguards rescued ten people, mainly due to drifting on floats, while another person was rescued in Gulf Shores. Pritchard police identified a drowning victim, 63-year-old Enis Smith of Saraland. A false alarm on the Mobile Bay Causeway involved a swimmer whose boat was disabled; he declined assistance but was monitored by rescue crews. Mobile County candidates, including mayoral hopefuls, are meeting voters today. The broadcast also invited viewers to weigh in on police tactics and America’s current condition.

A motorcyclist airlifted to a local hospital after a collision, many beach rescues over the holiday weekend, and a commotion along the Mobile causeway.

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