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Tornado Emergency Declared as Large Twister Advances on Huntsville, Alabama

Residents in northern Alabama ordered to take immediate shelter as a destructive tornado moves through the University of Alabama in Huntsville.

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A tornado from a tornadic supercell approaches from the south, west of York Nebraska June 20, 2011.
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In northern Alabama, a tornado wreaked havoc, leading to emergency alerts while storm chaser Reed Timmer recorded the harrowing experience of confronting the storm's fury.

Overview

  • A confirmed large and dangerous tornado is moving east at 30 mph near Huntsville, Alabama, with radar showing a debris ball over one mile wide.
  • The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Watch 305, covering 11 counties in Alabama and 3 in Tennessee, effective until 10:00 PM CDT.
  • Meteorologists have labeled the situation a 'Particularly Dangerous' Tornado Emergency, urging residents in Huntsville, Madison, and Athens to seek shelter immediately.
  • Emergency alerts have been issued for areas experiencing severe storms and hail, though no injuries or damage have been reported as of now.
  • The ongoing severe weather marks a continuation of a historically active tornado season, with experts linking the frequency to climate-driven atmospheric changes.