
2026 Hurricane Names Announced: Is Yours Included?
As we prepare for another hurricane season, the official Atlantic hurricane period spans from June 1 through November 30. The National Hurricane Center has also unveiled the list of names for the 2026 season.
Are Hurricanes a Concern for West Alabama?
Living inland in Alabama, hurricanes don’t always feel like an immediate concern. Still, with our beautiful beaches just a short drive away, we keep a close eye on what’s happening along the coast.

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Also, hurricanes are well known for producing severe weather that can extend far inland, impacting multiple states as they track inland, including West Alabama.
Is Your Name on the 2026 Hurricane List?
2026 Hurricane Season Names
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Amazing and Intriguing Weather Folklore
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LOOK: The most extreme temperatures in the history of every state
Stacker consulted 2021 data from the NOAA's State Climate Extremes Committee (SCEC) to illustrate the hottest and coldest temperatures ever recorded in each state. Each slide also reveals the all-time highest 24-hour precipitation record and all-time highest 24-hour snowfall.
Keep reading to find out individual state records in alphabetical order.
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