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ALABAMA (WRBL) — A critical red flag warning has been declared for multiple counties in the southern part of central Alabama, remaining in effect until 6 p.m. today.
The National Weather Service in Birmingham announced the fire alert at approximately 9 a.m. this morning. The warning applies to several counties, underscoring the heightened risk of fire.
- Lee
- Russell
- Chambers
- Pickens
- Tuscaloosa
- Shelby
- Talladega
- Clay
- Randolph
- Sumter
- Greene
- Hale
- Perry
- Bibb
- Chilton
- Coosa
- Tallapoosa
- Marengo
- Dallas
- Autauga
- Lowndes
- Elmore
- Montgomery
- Macon
- Bullock
- Barbour
Weather conditions are expected to worsen, with wind speeds potentially reaching up to 25 miles per hour and humidity levels dropping to as low as 22%.
Authorities urge residents within the affected areas to refrain from any outdoor burning activities until the warning is officially lifted.