Tornadoes and other severe weather are possible across Central Alabama through Friday afternoon and night, according to the National Weather Service.

The weather service forecasts a high risk of damaging winds and tornadoes Friday afternoon and Saturday morning.

Check back for any information on school closings.

Now is the time to prepare for the possibility of severe weather. Review the safety rules and put your pre-determined safety plan into action.

Make sure you have multiple ways of receiving life saving severe weather information.