Parts of Highway 69, county roads closed after possible tornado in Moundville

Several roads in Hale County have been rendered impassable due to possible tornado damage, according to an announcement by Hale County Sheriff’s Department. 

Via Facebook, the department asked people to avoid Alabama Highway 69 between the South Bypass and Co. Rd. 46, Co. Rd. 52, Valley View Gardens Circle, and Hampton Hills Drive in Moundville. A tornado is believed to have touched down in the area. 

HCSD said there had been numerous trees and structures damaged. Whether there were any injuries, or how many, was unknown at the time of publication. 

NWS Birmingham has combined all remaining tornado watches in Alabama into one, including Hale, Perry, and much of the western Black Belt. This watch expires at 11:00 p.m.