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Francine has weakened to a tropical storm after slamming into Louisiana as a Category 2 hurricane. The system is causing widespread power outages and sending a dangerous storm surge rushing into coastal communities, including in Alabama.

The National Weather Service says a survey team will be assessing possible tornado damage in Dallas and Chilton counties after a round of severe weather blew through Alabama.

March officially begins the spring severe weather season in Alabama. This is the most active time for tornadoes in the state. Primary tornado season is early March through May, with the greatest number of tornadoes occurring in the month of April.

The purpose of Severe Weather Awareness Week is to provide people with the knowledge necessary to protect their lives when severe weather threatens.

The National Weather Service says there are several rounds of strong to severe storms expected to hit Alabama on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The systems will bring heavy rains, winds, lightning, hail and possibly tornadoes.

It might be a good Labor Day to be inside in parts of Alabama. Forecasters say there's a chance of severe weather across the state on Monday as remnants…