Strong to severe storms will be possible in Alabama later tonight ahead of a cold front. Tornadoes, damaging winds and heavy rain will all be possible, mainly late tonight into Sunday morning. The areas in orange have a Level 3 out of 5 severe weather risk, and the areas in yellow have a Level 2 risk. Storm Prediction Center

D late Wednesday night.A tornado watch is in effect for areas of Alabama, including counties in the WEAR-TV area. The watch is in effect until 3:00 a.m.

On Thursday at 1:49 a.m. an updated tornado watch was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 3 a.m. for Barbour, Pike and Russell counties.

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for most of the parishes in Acadiana. The Tornado Watch is scheduled to remain in effect until 8