Power Outages Disrupt Lives: Over 20,000 Alabamians in the Dark
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Heavy rain and strong winds have left more than 20,000 residents of Alabama without electricity on Sunday morning. The situation is particularly dire in Montgomery County, where 179 active outages are affecting 10,386 customers, according to the Alabama Power Outages Map. This map also reveals that, as of 1:25 p.m., there were still 590 active outages across the state, impacting a total of 18,075 customers out of 1,603,477.
The weather emergency doesn't end there. A Tornado Watch has been issued for multiple counties in the Montgomery area until 6 p.m., adding to the challenges faced by residents. The WSFA 12 News Weather Team is diligently monitoring the situation and will provide updates as they become available.
For the latest weather alerts and advisories, residents can rely on the WSFA 12 News First Alert Weather App. This app is available for download in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store, ensuring that residents stay informed and prepared.
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