The strongest storms could bring wind gusts as high as hurricane force (70-80 mph), according to the weather service. Winds like that could bring down lots of trees and power lines. A few tornadoes will also be possible, especially in southwest Alabama.

In 2004, actor Carmine Caridi became the first Academy member to be expelled from the organization An unusually powerful March storm is trekking across the country with a wide range of hazards, from strong winds that could set off blizzard conditions and dust storms to severe thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes.

Severe weather is predicted to hit the Columbia area of South Carolina as storms are in Wednesday’s forecast, according to the National Weather Service. Effects from the storms are expected to begin Wednesday morning and could continue into the early afternoon,

The National Weather Service says all of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi now face an enhanced risk of severe weather, including strong thunderstorms, starting at 9 p.m. Tuesday. Thunderstorms are on the

Mardi Gras celebrations are about to get underway, but severe weather and high winds could lead to issues in New Orleans and surrounding communities celebrating on Fat Tuesday. FOX Weather Meteorologists Craig Herrera and Kendall Smith break down the latest forecast.

Mardi Gras festivities are underway in New Orleans early Tuesday morning despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day. FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray has the latest.