Tropical Systems
Hurricanes, tropical storms and their remains can still cause problems within the state. Even if the center of a tropical storm or hurricane does not directly hit the state, the indirect effects can still have significant impacts. The heavy rain and strong winds can extend over 100 miles from the eye of the storm, and even the remains of a tropical system can still cause damage.
You can learn more about the tropical depressions, tropical storms, and hurricanes that have impacted Alabama by exploring the Historic Hurricane Track Tool, provided by NOAA.
Source: coastal.er.usgs.gov
Did You Know?
Despite Alabama’s small coastline, the state has experienced multiple direct and indirect strikes in its recorded history. On September 16, 2004, Hurricane Ivan made landfall near Gulf Shores, AL (Baldwin County) as a category three hurricane. Tropical storm force winds (up to 70 mph) were observed in Montgomery, AL (Montgomery County) and a 14ft. storm surge devastated portions of coastal Alabama.