Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Severe Storms Cause Widespread Power Outages in Alabama
A big storm with strong winds and lightning hit Alabama.
It knocked down trees and caused power outages for a lot of people.
Over 85,000 customers lost power due to the storm.
The areas hit hardest were in central Alabama, including Jefferson County.
Power companies are working to fix the problems and restore electricity.
The storm also affected parts of Tennessee, bringing more strong winds and rain.
Severe thunderstorms swept across central Alabama on Saturday.
Strong winds and lightning accompanied the storms.
Over 85,000 Alabama Power customers experienced outages.
Jefferson County was the most affected area.
Crews are working to restore power as conditions allow.
- Who
- Alabama Power customers were affected.
- What
- Severe thunderstorms caused power outages.
- When
- Saturday
- Where
- Central and northern Alabama
- Why
- The severe weather system brought damaging winds, heavy rain, and lightning.
- Customers Without Power
- 85,088
- Active Outages
- 1,806
- Hardest Hit County
- Jefferson County
- Cities Under Warning
- Anniston, Oxford, Talladega, Gadsden, Alabaster, Pelham