In a shocking turn of events that could only be described as a ‘Weather Apocalypse,’ Alabama’s very own notorious star weatherman, Chuck Thunder, has issued a desperate SOS to the National Weather Service, imploring them to “take a hint” as storm clouds gathered ominously over the state. “Oh, the irony,” Thunder declared dramatically, as thunder rumbled in the distance, “It’s almost as if the universe is mocking us. I mean, what does a man have to do to get some attention around here?” Local reports suggest that Thunder’s pleas may stem from an alarming trend: a growing upsurge in viewers tuning into “Cooking With Grandma” reruns rather than his carefully curated weather forecasts. Residents of Montgomery report that they have never seen a weatherman try so hard to get noticed since the infamous ‘Hurricane Disco Party of 2019,’ where Thunder didn’t just predict a storm—he threw a viewing party with a live DJ, much to the dismay of local authorities. This time, however, his attempts seem less about entertainment and more about sheer desperation. In an exclusive press conference held in front of a dramatically-lit stormy sky (complete with ominous thunder sound effects), Thunder batted his lashes at the camera, imploring the National Weather Service with over-the-top gestures. “I’m not asking for a lot! Just a little recognition, perhaps a weather balloon launch in my honor, or a small town festival named after me! Is that too much to ask?” he lamented. Meanwhile, NWS officials, who were apparently busy collecting complaints about missed forecasts last winter, responded with their characteristic charm—or lack thereof. “We appreciate Mr. Thunder’s enthusiasm, but to be fair, we’re a little preoccupied. And just to clarify, he still owes us a refund from his previous forecast aftermath.” Critics have pointed out that although Thunder has spent years perfecting his “Everywhere is Tornado Alley” approach to forecasting, his melodramatic antics have raised eyebrows and may continue to drive viewers back to their Grandma’s wholesome culinary wisdom. “Look, if I wanted to see a man wear a raincoat while looking forlorn, I’d just go to my local supermarket on a rainy day,” remarked one disgruntled viewer before switching back to the highly-rated “Cooking With Grandma.” Nevertheless, the situation has not deterred the ever-optimistic Thunder from brainstorming his next big idea—a reality show titled “Surviving Alabama Weather with Chuck,” where contestants will be challenged to survive his predictions without falling behind on local trends like biscuit-baking and chicken-fried steak. As the Alabama skies darken and chatter rises about the impending weather, one thing remains clear: if Thunder doesn’t get the attention he craves, he might just resort to a social media campaign titled “#PrayForChuck” or host another themed party, “Tornadoes and Tacos,” in a final, desperate attempt to reclaim his throne as Alabama’s beloved harbinger of bad news.