5 Deaths Reported In Alabama After Tornado Touches Down

At least five deaths and multiple injuries have been reported in Calhoun County, Alabama, after a tornado passed through the area Thursday afternoon, Calhoun County Sheriff Matthew Wade told CNN.

"There’s numerous homes damaged, numerous people injured, and at least five fatalities," Wade told CNN’s Pamela Brown.


"We’re worrying about the second storm that’s coming through, possibly on the same track," Wade said.

Seven tornadoes have been reported in Alabama, according to the National Weather Service. And authorities have reported extensive damage in the Birmingham metro area.