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Winter Storm Warning: Prepare for Ice and Snow

1/22/2026

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Huntsville Prepares for Storm

The Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency urges residents to prepare for a weekend winter storm, advising charging devices and stocking 2–3 days of food and water.
A winter storm watch is in effect Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 6 p.m., with forecasts of 2–3 inches of snow and freezing rain.
Temperatures will stay below freezing, creating hazardous travel conditions and the potential for power outages from ice on power lines.

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Alabama Power Prepares

Alabama Power prepares for icy conditions in Birmingham this weekend.
Crews are on standby to address potential power outages.
Corey Sweeney, Storm Center Operations manager for Alabama Power, said teams are equipped with necessary gear and supplies.
Two thousand extra resources will arrive Friday to assist with outages.
Alabama Power advises customers to visit its website for safety tips and outage preparation information.

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Huntsville Prepares for Storm

The Huntsville-Madison County Emergency Management Agency urges residents to prepare for a weekend winter storm, advising charging devices and stocking 2–3 days of food and water.
A winter storm watch is in effect Friday 6 p.m. to Sunday 6 p.m., with forecasts of 2–3 inches of snow and freezing rain.
Temperatures will stay below freezing, creating hazardous travel conditions and the potential for power outages from ice on power lines.

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