Supercells erupted during the late afternoon and early evening hours in northern Mississippi and spread east across north Alabama during the rest of the evening into the overnight hours.  At least one tornado was determined to produce damage in northern Madison County near New Market. Other reports of damaging winds were reported. The other impact from this evening was excessive rainfall and flash flooding. A band of 3-6 inch rainfall occurred from northwest into north central Alabama, resulting in several area creeks and small streams going into flood.

Flash Flood in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:40:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUNTSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Flooding over the road and vehicles stalled near the intersection of University Drive and Memorial Parkway. Depth of water unknown.

Flash Flood in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 23:05:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:31:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUNTSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several cars hydroplaned near the Memorial Parkway/Hwy 72/565 interchanges due to floodwaters. Depth of water unknown.

Thunderstorm Wind in LIMESTONE, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 21:55:00 to 01-MAR-23 21:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOORESVILLE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Signs were blown down along with other debris found in the area.

Flash Flood in LAUDERDALE, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:38:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PETERSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several inches of water over Helton Drive near Cox Creek. Depth of water unknown. Report relayed via social media.

Flash Flood in COLBERT, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:49:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TUSCUMBIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Four to six inches of water over the road near Woodmont Drive and Treemont Drive.

Flash Flood in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 02-MAR-23 02:13:00 to 02-MAR-23 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MONROVIA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Fast flowing water across the intersection near Indian Creek Road and Blake Bottom Road. Report relayed via social media.

Flood in LIMESTONE, ALABAMA
From 02-MAR-23 05:00:00 to 02-MAR-23 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FRENCH MILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Flooding caused damage to Line Road causing the road to close. Report from City of Athens Official.

Flood in JACKSON, ALABAMA
From 02-MAR-23 06:24:00 to 02-MAR-23 12:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: GARTH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Hwy 65 in Paint Rock Valley is flooded due to the Paint Rock River flooding the roadway.

Tornado in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:32:00 to 01-MAR-23 22:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: SKINEM
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

An EF-1 tornado with peak winds estimated at 110 mph caused a significant amount of damage to structures along Short Track Drive in New Market. The tornado formed east of Roy Davis Road and lifted just east of Short Track Road. Several  houses experienced roof damage with greater than 20% loss along with a pickup truck that tipped over. One single family residence had significant roof loss, but walls remained intact. This prompted the rating of a high-end EF-1.

Thunderstorm Wind in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:33:00 to 01-MAR-23 22:33:00 (CST-6)
Location: STEGERS STORE
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Power poles were snapped near Highway 231 and Walker Lane. Time estimated by radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in JACKSON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 23:15:00 to 01-MAR-23 23:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: SKYLINE
Magnitude: 43.00 EG
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was knocked down blocking the roadway along County Road 107 in Skyline. Time estimated by radar.

Flash Flood in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:38:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLETCHER CHAPEL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Vehicles stuck in floodwaters near the intersection of University Drive and Ampitheatre Drive.

Flash Flood in MADISON, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:51:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: HUNTSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Vehicle trapped in floodwaters along Washington Street in downtown Huntsville. Depth of water unknown.

Flash Flood in COLBERT, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 22:23:00 to 02-MAR-23 04:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: EMCO LISTERHILL JCT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Reports of 4-6 inches of water over the roadway near the intersection of Old Hwy 20 and Justice Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind in LIMESTONE, ALABAMA
From 01-MAR-23 21:53:00 to 01-MAR-23 21:53:00 (CST-6)
Location: ORRVILLE
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

A 59 mph wind gust was recorded at Pryor Field in Decatur.