On Sunday, April 6, a low pressure system developed in the northwestern Gulf of Mexico in response to a longwave trough crossing the central United States. The surface low tracked northeastward into Tennessee, bringing a warm front northward across Central Alabama. Warm, moist air rode over the warm front, leading to development of a large rain shield to the north of the frontal boundary. This rain slowly spread north across the forecast area during the day on April 6th. By late evening on April 6th, a band of heavier rain and strong to severe storms just ahead of a cold front pushed into west Central Alabama. Sporadic wind damage occurred throughout the night as storms tracked eastward and ground conditions became saturated. A series of thunderstorms producing very heavy rainfall trained over portions of the Birmingham metro area leading to a significant flash flood event, as more than six inches of rain fell in approximately 5 hours. Numerous water rescues were performed in Jefferson and Shelby counties. Heavy rainfall continued to shift south and east during the morning hours on Monday, April 7, resulting in flash flooding across portions of southeast Central Alabama. Rainfall ended by early afternoon as a cold front moved through the region.

Hail in MARENGO, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 16:14:00 to 06-APR-14 16:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: MYRTLEWOOD
Magnitude: 0.75 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm Wind in MARENGO, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 16:28:00 to 06-APR-14 16:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUGO
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Large trees were reported down in the Hugo community.

Thunderstorm Wind in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 20:14:00 to 06-APR-14 20:14:00 (CST-6)
Location: BENEVOLA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A chicken house was destroyed and another was damaged near Benevola. In addition, one barn was damaged.

Flash Flood in LEE, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 07:30:00 to 07-APR-14 13:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: MITCHELL XRD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall of up to 4 inches fell across Lee County during the early morning hours on April 7th. This led to water accumulating on area roadways, causing the roads to become impassible. Additionally, several area creeks and lakes over topped their banks, causing flood waters to inundate roads and one home. Waters were slow to recede once the rain ended, and many roads remained closed through the early afternoon.

Flash Flood in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 03:30:00 to 07-APR-14 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: LINCOLN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Three to four inches of rain fell across Talladega County, leading to flash flooding. Numerous roads were impassable for a short time until waters receded. Water flowed into the Talladega City Hall basement. A culvert was washed out in Sylacauga. Water invaded two homes in Alpine and one in Lincoln.

Flash Flood in CLAY, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 04:00:00 to 07-APR-14 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DAMPSEY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Three to four inches of rain fell across Clay County, leading to flash flooding and numerous roads becoming impassable. Portions of Clairmont Springs Rd and County Road 7 were washed out and closed. Damage estimates, including labor to fix damage, from the flooding were over $30,000.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 20:20:00 to 06-APR-14 20:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: BUHL
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

In the Buhl and Elrod communities, numerous trees and powerlines were blown down along U.S. Highway 82 and County Road 140. In addition, several buildings in the surrounding area, including a church and at least two manufactured homes, sustained minor damage. One manufactured home sustained heavy damage from a fallen tree.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 20:25:00 to 06-APR-14 20:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: COKER
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Approximately 50 trees were uprooted or snapped along Upper Columbus Rd and near Lake Lurleen. Several buildings in the area sustained minor to moderate damage due to strong winds or falling trees. The steeple of a church was also blown down.

Flash Flood in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 04:23:00 to 07-APR-14 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOILING SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Three to four inches of rain fell across Calhoun County, causing street flooding, especially in Oxford and along Mitchelleville Rd near Ohatchee.

Thunderstorm Wind in LOWNDES, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 04:29:00 to 07-APR-14 04:29:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT DEPOSIT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Several trees were blown down near Fort Deposit.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 20:30:00 to 06-APR-14 20:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLOVERDALE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees were blown down on Alabama Highway 171 near Tom Montgomery Rd.

Flash Flood in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 23:30:00 to 07-APR-14 03:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW LEXINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread flash flooding occurred across portions of Tuscaloosa county, including the cities of Tuscaloosa, Northport, and Lake View. Four to five inches of rainfall caused water to flow across roadways and creeks to rise above bank full . Numerous roads were closed. Repairs to roadways, bridges, and debris removal totaled around $750K.

Strong Wind in ELMORE, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 04:40:00 to 07-APR-14 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Magnitude: 40.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

With saturated ground conditions and gusty winds around 35 kts, several large trees were blown down across Elmore County, including in the communities of Millbrook, Lightwood, and Owens Roads. One injury occurred in Millbrook when a tree fell on a vehicle.

Thunderstorm Wind in PIKE, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 06:52:00 to 07-APR-14 06:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: BRUNDIDGE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A severe storm moved across portions of Pike county, knocking multiple trees down, including in Brundidge.

Flood in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 03:30:00 to 07-APR-14 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLOVERDALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall ended across Tuscaloosa county during the early morning hours on April 7th, but roads remained closed until flood waters receded. A few outlying roads remained closed beyond Monday.

Thunderstorm Wind in BULLOCK, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 07:21:00 to 07-APR-14 07:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: OX LEVEL
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several trees were blown down along Highway 239 near Smuteye Lake.

Thunderstorm Wind in RUSSELL, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 07:46:00 to 07-APR-14 07:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: HATCHECHUBEE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several trees were blown down along Highway 26.

Flash Flood in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 00:15:00 to 07-APR-14 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WILTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall moved over Shelby County for an extended period of time, resulting in widespread flash flooding as water flowed across roadways and creeks exceeded bank full. Highway 31 through Pelham and Alabaster, Highway 119 near Oak Mountain, Highway 280 in Chelsea, Highway 25 from Vandiver to Dunnavant became impassable, as well as roads in other cities including Montevallo, Columbia and Harpersville. Buck Creek saw extreme rises and quickly came out of its bank in Alabaster. Parking lots along Highway 31 in Alabaster flooded, with cars partially underwater. Residents were evacuated from a mobile home park along highway 119 due to rising waters.

Flood in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 06:00:00 to 07-APR-14 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SILURIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

After five to six inches of rain fell across portions of Shelby county, waters were slow to recede once rain moved out of the area. Many roads remained impassable and water rescues continued, including in the Chandalar subdivision along Highway 31 in Pelham.  Approximately 40 homes sustained major damage and another 10 sustained minor damage across the county.

Flash Flood in LAMAR, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 01:30:00 to 07-APR-14 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DETROIT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Two to three inches of heavy rainfall fell across Lamar County, resulting in many roads across the county becoming impassable due to water covering the roadway.

Flood in TALLAPOOSA, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 06:00:00 to 07-APR-14 14:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GOLDVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Three to four inches of rain fell across portions of Tallapoosa County causing area streams to rise, and water to flow out of ditches and across roadways. Many culverts were washed out, damaging many roadways in Alexander City and near New Site. Runoff continued for several hours after the rainfall ended around 8AM CST, and several roads remained temporarily closed. Roads that were severely damaged due to washed out culverts and pipes remained closed for several days while repairs were made. In addition, due to the saturated ground conditions, winds below severe criteria knocked down a couple trees near Reeltown.

Flash Flood in CLEBURNE, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 07:00:00 to 07-APR-14 09:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: HIGH TOWER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Three to four inches of rain fell across Cleburne County, leading to localized flash flooding. At the intersection of County Road 10 and County Road 51, west of Ranburne, eight inches of water flowed across the roadway.

Flood in LAMAR, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 03:00:00 to 08-APR-14 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DETROIT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

After heavy rainfall ended, waters were slow to recede. Approximately 20 roads remained impassable until Tuesday morning, April 8th.

Flood in AUTAUGA, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 07:15:00 to 07-APR-14 13:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: NEW PROSPECT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Up to five inches of rain fell across Autauga County, causing many roads to become impassable as rainfall ended, between U.S. Highway 82 and Interstate 65, east of Billingsley. Water, as deep as six inches, spilled out of ditches and culverts and into the roadway. Although numerous roads were temporarily closed, portions of County Road 42 and County Road 123 were washed out and closed until repairs were made.

Flash Flood in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 02:15:00 to 07-APR-14 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: POWHATAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

An extended period of heavy rainfall led to widespread flash flooding across portions of Jefferson County. In addition to urban flooding, many roads became impassable as creeks and streams rose, including in Homewood, Tarrant, Pinson, Vestavia, and Birmingham. Five Mile Creek and Village Creek both rose above bank full, causing the surrounding areas to flood and roads to be barricaded. Shades Creek rose above bankfull resulting in the evacuation of an apartment complex in Homewood and a trailer park in Irondale. Several mudslides occurred, one resulting in the closing of Highway 31 through Homewood.

Flood in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 04:40:00 to 07-APR-14 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DOLOMITE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

After four to five inches of rainfall across the Birmingham metro, waters were slow to recede despite rainfall ending. Roads remained impassable, and water rescues and evacuations continued through Monday morning, April 7th.  Major damage occurred to 76 homes, with 102 homes sustaining minor damage. 60 multi-family dwellings sustained major damage, while 13 sustained minor damage. 292 people were evacuated from flooded apartments, manufactured homes, and houses.

Flash Flood in CHAMBERS, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 07:30:00 to 07-APR-14 11:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: LANETT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall of approximately 2 to 4 inches fell across Chambers County during a short period of time. This led to flowing water accumulating on area roadways. While numerous roads became impassible due to the heavy rain, waters receded quickly once the rain ended.

Flash Flood in RANDOLPH, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 03:07:00 to 07-APR-14 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PINE HILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

An extended period of heavy rainfall led to flash flooding across Randolph County. Numerous roads were closed and culverts washed out. Water as deep as two feet was reported in Wedowee, mainly along 5th St and 1st Ave, where two manufactured homes were evacuated due to rising water. Additional roads were impassable near the community of Hawk, near Lake Wedowee, north of Wadley.

Flood in BIBB, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 09:00:00 to 07-APR-14 23:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTERVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall of up to 5 inches accumulated over the Cahaba River Basin, causing the river to rise to 23.1 feet. This led to approximately 30 roads in the Centreville area to become inundated with the flood waters. Water was slow to recede and left dozens of roads with minor to moderate damage. Damage estimates from the flooding were over $88,000.

Flood in RANDOLPH, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 08:30:00 to 07-APR-14 14:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEDOWEE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

More than five inches of rain fell across central Randolph County, causing numerous roadways to become impassable. Waters were slow to recede after the rain moved out of the area.

Flood in AUTAUGA, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 09:00:00 to 08-APR-14 14:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: STATESVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall of up to 5 inches fell along the Alabama River Basin. This caused the river to rise to 37 feet near Selma, causing the river to rise out of its banks. Several roads along the river were inundated with flood waters approximately 3 hours after the heavy rain ended. Waters were slow to recede, leaving County Roads 326, 925 and 925 in the River Oaks community under water through the afternoon on the 8th.

Flash Flood in HALE, ALABAMA
From 07-APR-14 03:30:00 to 07-APR-14 04:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREENSBORO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

More than three inches of rain fell across Hale County causing isolated flash flooding. Along Raven Rd, northwest of Greensboro, water invaded homes just off County Road 21. Southwest of Moundville, water waist deep surrounded several homes, but did not get into any buildings. In addition, three unpaved roads were partially washed out.

Thunderstorm Wind in PICKENS, ALABAMA
From 06-APR-14 19:55:00 to 06-APR-14 19:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: CUNNINGHAM
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several large trees were blown down along Alabama Highway 17 between Aliceville and Carrolton.