Funeral Service for Mr. Frederick Francis Casten, 85, of Alexander City, Alabama, will be Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:00 pm at the Chapel of Radney Funeral Home. Rev. Wayne Cowhick will officiate. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Radney Funeral Home.
Fred Casten, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away surrounded by his loving family. His life was a testament to his unwavering faith, service to his country, and dedication to his loved ones. Fred's infectious humor, optimistic outlook, and wise counsel left a lasting impression on all who knew him.
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...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING FOR
THE SOUTHERN HALF OF CENTRAL ALABAMA...
The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect until 6 PM CST this evening.
* WINDS...Northwest 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 22 percent.
* IMPACTS...The combination of a dry air mass and windy conditions
will result in critical fire weather conditions. Outdoor burning
is not recommended. Current wildfires could worsen due to the
winds.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
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