Alabama and North Escambia Face Heat Wave and Scattered Storms

Mid‑July heat returned to Alabama after a cooler start, with daytime highs in the low to mid‑90s and heat‑index values exceeding 100 °F. Isolated to widely scattered showers and thunderstorms developed Friday afternoon, and similar storm chances are expected through the weekend.

In the North Escambia area, forecasts predict continued high temperatures near 94‑95 °F, with heat‑index values reaching 100‑111 °F. Thunderstorm probabilities rise from 20 % on Friday night to 30‑50 % later in the week, with showers expected each afternoon and occasional evening chances.

Both regions face a combination of intense heat and intermittent storms over the coming days.