Damage Reported In 52 Alabama Counties

Erica Thomas • March 17, 2025

Baldwin was spared the storm's onslaught but State suffered

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Residents across Alabama are cleaning up after storms caused damage and destruction Saturday. At least two people were killed and multiple others injured as the storm system moved through the state. At least 40 dies across the nation as the storm moved east.


Gov. Kay Ivey released a statement Sunday morning. At least 40 dies across the nation as the storm moved east.


"Yesterday's severe weather impacted most of Alabama," Ivey said. "Unfortunately, we have learned of the loss of at least two of our fellow Alabamians — one life in Plantersville and one in Winterboro. We have reports of damage in 52 of our 67 counties. Our damage assessment continues."


"The sun has risen in Alabama, though," the governor continued. "We pray for those lives we lost, as well as those who were injured. And we pray for our first responders, emergency management officials and linemen who are doing incredible work on the ground right now."


Ivey issued a state of emergency ahead of the storm, allowing the state to assist quickly to recovery efforts.

In Talladega County, one person was killed in the Winterboro community. Winterboro High School was also damaged and a school bus that was tossed around a parking lot landed on the school.


In Chilton County, drivers were asked to stay off the roads until damage could be cleared.

"At this time, we are asking everyone to stay off the roads unless you are a first responder," the sheriff's office stated. "We understand that many of you want to help, but it is critical that emergency crews can get to those in need as quickly and safely as possible."


The National Weather Service will now survey damaged areas to determine how many tornados have touched down in Alabama.


This article was published by Erica Thomas of 1819 News.

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