🌱 Tornadoes In Jefferson, St. Clair Counties + Escaped Inmate

Happy Thursday, people of Trussville! I hope everyone has stayed safe during all of this nasty weather! A tornado warning was issued earlier in the afternoon for Center Point and Pinson, and a tornado touched down in Leeds, Moody and Pell City, with some downed power lines and structural damage reported in Leeds. As of about 6:30 p.m., the Trussville was clear of tornado watches, but a flash flood warning is in effect until after midnight. Read more below.

Here are the top stories in Trussville today:

1. Like I was saying above, tornado warnings were issued throughout the state today, and some tornadoes were spotted in Jefferson and St. Clair counties. (Birmingham Patch)
2. Officials with the Birmingham Water Works Board say crews are now working to repair a 24-inch main break along Highway 78, which could cause several customers to experience low to no water pressure. (WBRC)
3. A UAB infectious disease specialist discusses "long COVID," and hopes for more research into the issue. (Alabama's News Leader)
4. Police are searching for an inmate who escaped from her work assignment Thursday in Birmingham. (WRBL)
5. The Pell City Council has approved moving forward with a project to rebuild and expand Kids Kastle at Lakeside Park. (Anniston Star)

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From my notebook:

• A man was shot and killed by a juvenile in Odenville. (Facebook)
• Mo Brooks was in Trussville to talk about his Senate candidacy. (Facebook)
• Trussville Antiques & Interiors: Don’t forget that sometimes the final touch that you may be looking for is in the details. Adding those extra special elements by using accent pieces to complete your personal style can make a huge difference. (Facebook)

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