If you thought this weekend’s storms were just another round of spring rain, think again. Two tornadoes have officially been confirmed in Alabama—one in Dallas County, the other in Barbour County—and both left their mark.
This isn’t just another weather update. It’s a wake-up call.
Tyler, Dallas County: “It Was Like a Freight Train”
Around 10:12 AM on Sunday, a tornado touched down just northeast of Sardis, not far from Tyler in Dallas County. It was an EF-1, with wind gusts tearing through at up to 110 miles per hour. That’s strong enough to rip trees out of the ground and damage buildings—and that’s exactly what happened.
People in the area described it as “a wall of wind.” One woman said she barely had time to grab her dog before rushing into the bathroom. “I heard the trees snap, then I felt the pressure drop—it was like the air got sucked out of the room.”
The path was short—just over a mile—but it was wide and mean, chewing through anything in its way.
Barbour County: A Quiet Night, Until It Wasn’t
That same day, just before 10:30 PM, a second tornado touched down near Star Hill in Barbour County. This one was an EF-0—weaker on the scale, sure, but no less terrifying when it shows up in the middle of the night.
It was quick, with a path less than half a mile long and just 50 yards wide, but it caused damage to sheds, trees, and nerves.
Late-night tornadoes are some of the most dangerous because people are sleeping—and warnings are harder to catch.
So What Does This Mean for You?
It means we’re just getting started. Spring in Alabama is prime tornado season, and these two twisters are proof that we all need to be ready.
Here’s what you can do right now:
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Stay alert. Download a weather app that gives real-time tornado warnings.
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Know your safe space. If you don’t have a basement, pick a small, windowless room on the lowest floor.
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Prep your kit. Flashlights, batteries, snacks, water, first aid—it all matters when the power’s out and you’re stuck inside.
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Have a plan. Make sure your whole family knows what to do and where to go, even at 2 a.m.
Final Thoughts: Don’t Wait for the Sirens
These tornadoes may have been brief, but they were a warning. Not just for Tyler or Star Hill—but for all of us in Alabama.
You might not get a second chance when a storm hits.
So take the clear skies as your signal to get ready. Because when the wind picks up again—and it will—you’ll be glad you did.
