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From Leland Randleman “I saw this large shark swimming through the water at Seaside at 11:26 a.m. An officer came by and said the shark we filmed was at least 15 feet long. They have been following it up and down the beach.” Before you comment, we know “sharks live in the ocean” and “it is their home”. After multiple shark attacks there is heightened interest and I am simply passing along videos and photos without comment. One teenager from Mountain Brook is in critical condition; please consider holding off the snarky comments. Thank you.

From Leland Randleman “I saw this large shark swimming through the water at Seaside at 11:26 a.m. An officer came by and said the shark we filmed was at least 15 feet long. They have been following it up and down the beach.” Before you comment, we know “sharks live in the ocean” and “it is their home”. After multiple shark attacks there is heightened interest and I am simply passing along videos and photos without comment. One teenager from Mountain Brook is in critical condition; please consider holding off the snarky comments. Thank you.

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From Abby Warren “This is in Greenville SC. Our neighbors the Cribbs caught footage of their whole tree line falling.”

From Abby Warren “This is in Greenville SC. Our neighbors the Cribbs caught footage of their whole tree line falling.”

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From LeeAnna “James we are on I-20 in Conyers, GA. BioLabs is on fire right now.”

From LeeAnna “James we are on I-20 in Conyers, GA. BioLabs is on fire right now.”

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Hunter Johnson So how did I receive over 100 videos like this from Alabama tonight? And have you seen the destruction in Mississippi? There is a great big world out there beyond your back yard. This isn’t a good look for you or Townsquare

Hunter Johnson So how did I receive over 100 videos like this from Alabama tonight? And have you seen the destruction in Mississippi? There is a great big world out there beyond your back yard. This isn’t a good look for you or Townsquare

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Rain at the Morgan Wallen concert this evening in Tuscaloosa… video from Erik Velazquez

Rain at the Morgan Wallen concert this evening in Tuscaloosa… video from Erik Velazquez

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Gustnado in Trussville earlier when the storm passed through. A gustnado (a blend of the words “gust front” and “tornado”) is a brief, shallow, surface-based whirlwind that forms along the leading edge of a thunderstorm. They are not associated with storm scale rotation, and are classified as thunderstorm wind events. Video from Kayden Russell

Gustnado in Trussville earlier when the storm passed through. A gustnado (a blend of the words “gust front” and “tornado”) is a brief, shallow, surface-based whirlwind that forms along the leading edge of a thunderstorm. They are not associated with storm scale rotation, and are classified as thunderstorm wind events. Video from Kayden Russell

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Minot ND this afternoon… video from Jody Elmore

Minot ND this afternoon… video from Jody Elmore

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Security camera video inside Amory High School (MS) last night… Video from Sam Strickland

Security camera video inside Amory High School (MS) last night… Video from Sam Strickland

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Hillsboro this afternoon (Lawrence County)…video from Joshua Cofield

Hillsboro this afternoon (Lawrence County)…video from Joshua Cofield

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Tornado in Geneva County. From Trent Tatum “Intersection of Highway 52 and Highway 27. My brother in law Greg Adams took the video.”

Tornado in Geneva County. From Trent Tatum “Intersection of Highway 52 and Highway 27. My brother in law Greg Adams took the video.”

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From Anna Donner “My parents house in Gordo. In the video you’ll see the safe room was the only room intact. They are lucky to be alive, God was with them.”

From Anna Donner “My parents house in Gordo. In the video you’ll see the safe room was the only room intact. They are lucky to be alive, God was with them.”

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This happened along US 321 just east of Gatlinburg near Food City earlier today… Video from Chrissie McCormick

This happened along US 321 just east of Gatlinburg near Food City earlier today… Video from Chrissie McCormick

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The sun is setting over Hurricane Melissa with winds of 175 mph. It turns north and moves over Jamaica tomorrow. Catastrophic, life-threatening flash flooding and numerous landslides are expected through tomorrow. The eyewall’s destructive winds may cause total structural failure, particularly in higher elevations, leading to widespread infrastructural damage, prolonged power and communication outages, and isolated communities.

The sun is setting over Hurricane Melissa with winds of 175 mph. It turns north and moves over Jamaica tomorrow. Catastrophic, life-threatening flash flooding and numerous landslides are expected through tomorrow. The eyewall’s destructive winds may cause total structural failure, particularly in higher elevations, leading to widespread infrastructural damage, prolonged power and communication outages, and isolated communities.

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Creepy (but harmless) scud cloud at Truist Park/Atlanta this evening… video from @constable_hill

Creepy (but harmless) scud cloud at Truist Park/Atlanta this evening… video from @constable_hill

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How often do you see this in Pensacola? Video from Elizabeth Williams

How often do you see this in Pensacola? Video from Elizabeth Williams

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From Lisa McClellan “This is the dash cam video of the tree that fell on I-59 near Springville. We are so glad that we didn’t wreck. It was wild.”

From Lisa McClellan “This is the dash cam video of the tree that fell on I-59 near Springville. We are so glad that we didn’t wreck. It was wild.”

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Denver (DIA) this afternoon… video from Cody Garcia

Denver (DIA) this afternoon… video from Cody Garcia

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TRAFFIC: This is the situation a little earlier this evening on AL 216 in Cottondale, east of Tuscaloosa. Video from Connor Pace

TRAFFIC: This is the situation a little earlier this evening on AL 216 in Cottondale, east of Tuscaloosa. Video from Connor Pace

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Spotted at Gulf Shores this morning… video from Eduardo Collazo

Spotted at Gulf Shores this morning… video from Eduardo Collazo

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While everyone wants to talk about the snow potential across the Deep South Tuesday, let’s not forget the coldest air so far this season will blow in here tomorrow night and Sunday. Some places across far North Alabama could be below freezing from Sunday morning until sometime Thursday morning. Lows will drop into the 10-18 degree range over North Alabama Monday morning.

While everyone wants to talk about the snow potential across the Deep South Tuesday, let’s not forget the coldest air so far this season will blow in here tomorrow night and Sunday. Some places across far North Alabama could be below freezing from Sunday morning until sometime Thursday morning. Lows will drop into the 10-18 degree range over North Alabama Monday morning.

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Josh Morgerman Josh Morgerman is THE legendary hurricane chaser; he holds the world record for the most hurricane core penetrations on the ground. We discuss the 2026 hurricane season, and how you can be ready!
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Josh Morgerman Josh Morgerman is THE legendary hurricane chaser; he holds the world record for the most hurricane core penetrations on the ground. We discuss the 2026 hurricane season, and how you can be ready!

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Hunter Johnson So how did I receive over 100 videos like this from Alabama tonight? And have you seen the destruction in Mississippi? There is a great big world out there beyond your back yard. This isn’t a good look for you or Townsquare
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Hunter Johnson So how did I receive over 100 videos like this from Alabama tonight? And have you seen the destruction in Mississippi? There is a great big world out there beyond your back yard. This isn’t a good look for you or Townsquare

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141,917 views • 28 days ago

Long Island… time lapse from Chris Carter
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Long Island… time lapse from Chris Carter

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452,181 views • 3 months ago

Another look at the tornado near Vance in eastern Tuscaloosa County earlier this afternoon. Video from Connor Jacobs
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Another look at the tornado near Vance in eastern Tuscaloosa County earlier this afternoon. Video from Connor Jacobs

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15 YEARS AGO: On this date in 2011, Alabama experienced a generational tornado outbreak. A total of 62 tornadoes touched town over the northern 2/3 of the state. We will never forget the 252 lives lost that horrible day.
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15 YEARS AGO: On this date in 2011, Alabama experienced a generational tornado outbreak. A total of 62 tornadoes touched town over the northern 2/3 of the state. We will never forget the 252 lives lost that horrible day.

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120,807 views • 1 month ago

Panama City Beach yesterday. Before you comment, please understand they we know… *Sharks live in the Gulf of Mexico *It is their home Thank you. Video from Rosa Utrilla
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Panama City Beach yesterday. Before you comment, please understand they we know… *Sharks live in the Gulf of Mexico *It is their home Thank you. Video from Rosa Utrilla

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2,067,525 views • 1 year ago

I-95 at Fort Pierce earlier today… video from John Huffmaster
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I-95 at Fort Pierce earlier today… video from John Huffmaster

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1,412,271 views • 1 year ago

Keith Urban at Buc-ees in Athens tonight before his concert… video from Eric Thompson
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Keith Urban at Buc-ees in Athens tonight before his concert… video from Eric Thompson

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1,390,190 views • 1 year ago

Another view of the Houston/Henry County tornado earlier this evening… Video from Savana Glover in Headland looking east
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Another view of the Houston/Henry County tornado earlier this evening… Video from Savana Glover in Headland looking east

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21,678 views • 9 days ago

Current look at the major brush fire near Waterville in Gulf Shores… from the Regions/Alabama Weather Network SKYCAM
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Current look at the major brush fire near Waterville in Gulf Shores… from the Regions/Alabama Weather Network SKYCAM

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138,011 views • 2 months ago

I’m so excited to announce that I am starting and will serve as the Chief Meteorologist for the Alabama Weather Network, a new endeavor to serve all 67 Alabama counties with the most accurate weather coverage possible. Whether it's a blue-sky day or there’s severe weather anywhere in our state, our Network will be on the air 24/7 with the latest weather updates. We go live on August 11. Be sure to follow the Alabama Weather Network Alabama Weather Network right now for the latest updates!
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I’m so excited to announce that I am starting and will serve as the Chief Meteorologist for the Alabama Weather Network, a new endeavor to serve all 67 Alabama counties with the most accurate weather coverage possible. Whether it's a blue-sky day or there’s severe weather anywhere in our state, our Network will be on the air 24/7 with the latest weather updates. We go live on August 11. Be sure to follow the Alabama Weather Network Alabama Weather Network right now for the latest updates!

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489,111 views • 10 months ago

West Palm Beach… video from Robert Hubert
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West Palm Beach… video from Robert Hubert

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845,017 views • 1 year ago

Another look at the tornado warned storm at Spring Hill TN earlier this afternoon… video from Natalie Newsom
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Another look at the tornado warned storm at Spring Hill TN earlier this afternoon… video from Natalie Newsom

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556,521 views • 1 year ago

Last night’s Houston/Henry County tornado as seen from Cowarts. Video from Jeffrey Dykes
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Last night’s Houston/Henry County tornado as seen from Cowarts. Video from Jeffrey Dykes

James Spann

14,786 views • 8 days ago

From Jordan Kennedy “My cousin in Jamaica. Montego Bay.” Note… this is not AI.
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From Jordan Kennedy “My cousin in Jamaica. Montego Bay.” Note… this is not AI.

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182,239 views • 7 months ago

Hi Jacob… looks like you need some attention, so I will play. At least ten tornadoes with multiple fatalities across Alabama yesterday and last night. This video is just one example of what people dealt with. I would suggest you might be happy one of these tornadoes didn’t hit your home, and nobody in your family was one of those fatalities. Being a social media troll isn’t a good look for you or your family.
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Hi Jacob… looks like you need some attention, so I will play. At least ten tornadoes with multiple fatalities across Alabama yesterday and last night. This video is just one example of what people dealt with. I would suggest you might be happy one of these tornadoes didn’t hit your home, and nobody in your family was one of those fatalities. Being a social media troll isn’t a good look for you or your family.

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322,580 views • 1 year ago

I-85 Kangaroo Update From ALEA A two-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 11:50 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, involving a kangaroo. The crash occurred in the southbound lane of Interstate 85 near the 46 mile marker in Macon County. Eventually both the southbound and northbound lanes of Interstate 85 near the 46 mile marker were closed while Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division along with the animal’s owner conducted a recovery of the kangaroo. The animal has now been recovered, and the roadway is back open. The kangaroo was not injured in the crash. Video from Austin Price
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I-85 Kangaroo Update From ALEA A two-vehicle crash occurred at approximately 11:50 a.m. Tuesday, April 29, involving a kangaroo. The crash occurred in the southbound lane of Interstate 85 near the 46 mile marker in Macon County. Eventually both the southbound and northbound lanes of Interstate 85 near the 46 mile marker were closed while Troopers with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Highway Patrol Division along with the animal’s owner conducted a recovery of the kangaroo. The animal has now been recovered, and the roadway is back open. The kangaroo was not injured in the crash. Video from Austin Price

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280,834 views • 1 year ago

Spotted at a coal mine in New Mexico today… video from Gerald Prescott
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Spotted at a coal mine in New Mexico today… video from Gerald Prescott

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Check out this dust devil yesterday in Winnemucca, Nevada… Video from Josh Johnson
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Check out this dust devil yesterday in Winnemucca, Nevada… Video from Josh Johnson

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20,415 views • 22 days ago

From Charles Horton “This footage of the tornado is taken after the tornado crossed Hwy 159 at Gordo. The video shows a chicken farm being blown away as the tornado passes about 100 yards away.”
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From Charles Horton “This footage of the tornado is taken after the tornado crossed Hwy 159 at Gordo. The video shows a chicken farm being blown away as the tornado passes about 100 yards away.”

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268,641 views • 1 year ago