A low level boundary across southeast Alabama became the focus for heavy rainfall and severe weather during the early morning hours of December 24th.  As the boundary lifted northward, the focus for heavy rainfall and severe weather shifted into north central Alabama.

Flash Flood in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 20:00:00 to 26-DEC-15 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CARONA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Numerous roads flooded around the county, including Smith Lake Dam Road, State Road 69 near the town of Oakman and State Road 102 near County Road 63.

Flood in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 26-DEC-15 03:00:00 to 27-DEC-15 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTRE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Residual flooding from heavy rain that fell on Christmas Day.  The flooding was mainly due to rises on Weiss Lake and the Coosa River.  Eleven people had to be rescued at a campground near the Coosa River.

Flood in MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA
From 27-DEC-15 12:00:00 to 28-DEC-15 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BOYLSTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Rises along the Alabama River resulted in five homes flooded.

Heavy Rain in MARION, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 00:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 16:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HAMILTON
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Measured 7.00 inches of rain since midnight.

Flood in ELMORE, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 06:00:00 to 26-DEC-15 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WETUMPKA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Residual flooding from heavy rainfall that fell during the early morning hours of December 25th.  Several roads still closed throughout the county with river flooding from the Coosa and Tallapoosa causing several of the road closures.

Flash Flood in ELMORE, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 02:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLAUD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Greater than six inches of water flowing over Tallassee Highway near Haynes Road.

Flood in WALKER, ALABAMA
From 26-DEC-15 03:00:00 to 27-DEC-15 18:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SARAGOSSA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Residual flooding from heavy rain that fell during Christmas Day.  Several roads and homes flooded from rising waters along the Sipsey Fork, Mulberry Fork, and the Blackwater Creek.

Flash Flood in CHEROKEE, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 19:30:00 to 26-DEC-15 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FIRESTONE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

State Road 273 closed at Daniels Chapel Bridge.  Little River Canyon Creek has risen and overtopped the bridge.

Flash Flood in MARION, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 10:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARNESVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall from intense thunderstorms dumped 5 to 7 inches of rain between 1030 CST and 1700 CST, producing widespread flash flooding across the western and northern portions of Marion County.

Flash Flood in LEE, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 10:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORTH AUBURN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall led to flash flooding at Auburn University.  Flooding was reported on East University Drive and on East Glen Avenue.

Flash Flood in RUSSELL, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 09:00:00 to 24-DEC-15 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOFLIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall over several hours during the morning hours led to flash flooding over the southeast portions of Russell County.  Several people were trapped by high water on Lakeview Drive and required assistance from emergency personnel.  Two hunters were also trapped by high waters near the town of Pittsview.  Three to four homes flooded along Mill Creek due to rises along the Chattahoochee River.

Flash Flood in BARBOUR, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 05:30:00 to 24-DEC-15 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BAXTERS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread flash flooding occurred over the northwestwestern portions of Barbour County, generally along and west of a line from the town of Clio to Comer. Three to four inches of rainfall caused water to flow across roadways and creeks to rise above bank full. Numerous roads were closed.

Flash Flood in PIKE, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 05:30:00 to 24-DEC-15 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANDFIELD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread flash flooding occurred over the eastern portions of Pike County, including the towns of Brundidge, Monticello, and Sandfield. Three to four inches of rainfall caused water to flow across roadways and creeks to rise above bank full. Numerous roads were closed.

Flash Flood in BULLOCK, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 06:30:00 to 24-DEC-15 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PEROTE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Widespread flash flooding occurred over the southeast portions of Bullock County. Three to four inches of rainfall caused water to flow across roadways and creeks to rise above bank full. Several roads were closed, including a U.S. Highway 82 near the Barbour and Bullock county line.  A sinkhole developed on Highway 29 south of the town of Perote, causing traffic to be re-routed.

Flash Flood in RANDOLPH, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 08:00:00 to 24-DEC-15 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PINE TUCKEY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall moved over northern Randolph County resulting in flash flooding. Several roads were washed out, including County Road 210, and County Roads 208 and 4801. Highway 48 was flooded and impassable.

Flash Flood in CHAMBERS, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 08:30:00 to 24-DEC-15 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FAIRVIEW
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall over several hours led to flash flooding in and near the town of Lannett.  Flooding has produced a gas leak on Cherry Drive in Lannett.  Highway 29 near the Chattahoochee River was closed along with several local streets.

Tornado in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 16:55:00 to 25-DEC-15 16:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIDFIELD
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS meteorologists determined a tornado touched down in the city of Midfield with a fairly brief, but wide damage path, with a core of concentrated significant damage. Initial damage was found near Cairo Avenue, where trees were toppled and snapped. This damage was rated at EF-1 intensity. The tornado then tracked northeast, where EF-2 damage occurred along Jefferson Avenue SW and Park Avenue SW, bounded by 50th Street to the south and 49th Street to the north. Here, residential homes were heavily damaged, with two homes flattened. Many trees were also snapped and uprooted. A rapid decline in intensity was observed as the tornado moved northeast, with EF-1 and EF-0 damage consisting of roof damage and snapped/uprooted trees stretching from Grasselli Avenue SW to Carver Avenue SW and 45th Street SW. There were a total of about 50 homes impacted, with approximately 15 that were uninhabitable.

Flash Flood in MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 09:30:00 to 24-DEC-15 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CECIL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Heavy rainfall over several hours led to flash flooding over the southern half of Montgomery County. Water was flowing across a bridge on Vaughn Road near Marler Road. Highway 331 was closed near the intersection of Grant Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEE, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 10:27:00 to 24-DEC-15 10:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: OPELIKA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Several trees uprooted and some windows were blown out just east of the town of Opelika.

Flash Flood in MACON, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 11:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 00:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: NOTASULGA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Heavy rainfall led to flash flooding and washed out a section of County Road 59. Seven to eight bridges have washed out.

Tornado in BARBOUR, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 03:41:00 to 24-DEC-15 03:48:00 (CST-6)
Location: BATESVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS meteorologists determined a tornado touched down just east of Comer and southwest of U. S. Highway 82. Several trees were snapped and uprooted along U. S. Highway 82.  The tornado continued northeast, dissipating close to County Road 89 (Springhill Road), where only minor tree damage was noted. Special thanks to the Barbour County Emergency Management Agency for their assistance on the survey.

Flash Flood in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 06:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: COLUMBIANA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Numerous reports of flooded roadways across the southeast portions of Shelby County. Roads flooded include Highway 47, Highway 45, County Road 47, Heritage Road and West College Street. Significant flooding in the city of Columbiana along Highway 28. Several persons trapped in their homes along County Road 77 near Horton Road.

Flash Flood in CALHOUN, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 19:30:00 to 26-DEC-15 03:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DE ARMANVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads flooded throughout the county. Several water rescues with made with vehicles stranded in high water.

Tornado in BARBOUR, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 04:34:00 to 24-DEC-15 04:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: GARMON XRDS
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS meteorologists determined a weak tornado touched down just east of Hurricane Creek along County Road 44, snapping and uprooting several trees along the roadway and damaging two sheds.  The tornado continued northeast, uprooting a couple of trees along State Highway 239.  The tornado weakened further and dissipated near McCall Road, where only minor tree damage was noted.  Special thanks to the Barbour County Emergency Management Agency for their assistance on the survey.

Flash Flood in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 06:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 08:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: RENFROE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Water flowing across West Renfroe Road and impassable.

Flash Flood in MONTGOMERY, ALABAMA
From 24-DEC-15 17:00:00 to 24-DEC-15 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: (MGM)MONTGOMERY ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Fourteen homes flooded within the city limits of Montgomery.

Flash Flood in WINSTON, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 10:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 19:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HALEYVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads washed out including Highway 13, County Road 30, County Road 54, County Road 99 and Chickakee Road.

Flash Flood in LEE, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 06:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: VALLEY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Ten people were trapped on a cape on the Chattahoochee River due to river flooding. Three homes were destroyed.

Flash Flood in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 13:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 15:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: STRAWBERRY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

U.S. Highway 231 closed due to water over bridge at Warrior Creek.

Flash Flood in AUTAUGA, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 00:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 03:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FAYS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous flooded roads in the city of Prattville.  A mud slide occurred on Gin Shop Hill Road.

Flash Flood in LAMAR, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 15:30:00 to 26-DEC-15 02:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CREWS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Several roads flooded across the northern portions of the county, including Highway 17 at River Road and Highway 278 in the towns of Sulligent and Beaverton.

Flash Flood in BLOUNT, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 15:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROSA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Several roads flooded in the city of Oneonta.

Tornado in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 15:29:00 to 25-DEC-15 15:42:00 (CST-6)
Location: COALING
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS meteorologists determined a weak tornado touched down along Clements Road near Leeman Lane and continued northeast crossing Hagler Coaling Road, Wire Road and Dudley Road. The damage path was at its widest along Wire Road and Dudley Road. No damage was observed along Highway 11 farther to the northeast. The tornado is estimated to have lifted just northeast of Dudley Road, south of Upper Dudley Road. Only minor tree damage was observed along the path with approximately one dozen trees snapped or uprooted.

Hail in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 17:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 17:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: ACIPCO
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Flash Flood in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 18:00:00 to 25-DEC-15 20:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KILGORE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Portions of Highway 79 flooded between the cities of Tarrant and Pinson.  Multiple water rescues in the cities of Center Point and Pinson with numerous roads in the city of Center Point flooded.  Nearly one foot of water covering Greathouse Road near Mill Creek.

Flash Flood in JEFFERSON, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 18:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MULGA MINE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Street flooding reported in the city of Hueytown.  Multiple water rescues in the city of Prattville.  Birmingport Road near Finland Avenue flooded. Numerous roads near downtown Birmingham flooded.

Flash Flood in TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 18:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 20:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: STERLING
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Highway 69 near Little Yellow Creek is washing out and impassable.

Flash Flood in TALLADEGA, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 19:15:00 to 26-DEC-15 03:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BERNEYS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads across the northern part of the county flooded.

Flash Flood in SHELBY, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 19:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 21:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GENERY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Portions of Morgan Road flooded.

Flash Flood in BIBB, ALABAMA
From 25-DEC-15 19:30:00 to 25-DEC-15 21:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: GILES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Intersection of Old Stagecoach Road and County Road 27 flooded.