Russellville, Alabama – Video filmed by X user Nicholas Driver shows intense handheld footage captured from a rural roadside or field near Russellville on February 26, 2026, during a severe thunderstorm outbreak that produced damaging winds, large hail, and possible brief tornadoes across northern Alabama. Driver described it as his “greatest storm yet.”

The footage captures a massive supercell dominating the horizon as its dark base lowers over homes, trees, and distant hills. A prominent wall cloud forms at the center, rotating counterclockwise while scud clouds rise into it, indicating tornadic potential.

As wind and rain move through the area, a funnel-like lowering dips closer to the ground. Gusts stir dust or light debris beneath the storm as it continues organizing.

The video concludes with sustained rotation as severe weather impacts the Tennessee Valley.

Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for Franklin County, including Russellville, citing 60 mph winds and hail ranging from quarter- to ping pong ball-sized. National Weather Service surveys later confirmed possible brief tornadoes and damage in nearby Hartselle and Trussville.

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