Strong to severe storms will be possible across all of Alabama from Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. Damaging winds, heavy rain and tornadoes will all be possible with the strongest storms. Areas in yellow will have a Level 2 out of 5 risk for severe weather. Areas in dark green will have a Level 1 risk. Storm Prediction Center

A round of strong to severe storms is expected Tuesday evening across the area. Damaging wind of 50-70 mph and a brief spin-up tornado are the primary threats.

Officials are rushing to reschedule Mardi Gras celebrations and warning revelers against brining umbrellas and tents as powerful storms with a threat of tornadoes are expected to strike Louisiana and

More than 55 million people across the central and southern US are at risk of severe weather on Tuesday as a violent storm sweeps across the country, bringing the potential for blizzard conditions, tornadoes and fire weather.

New Orleans moved up its two biggest Mardi Gras Day parades and cut down their routes to try to avoid the potentially destructive weather. Police are also expected to keep the hundreds of participants and dozens of floats moving quickly so they finish before winds are expected to pick up,