Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Tallapoosa County

A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Tallapoosa County, including Alexander City and Dadeville, effective immediately. The National Weather Service in Birmingham, AL, issued the watch today, October 8, at 4:07 PM CDT. This alert is set to expire on October 9, 2026, at 12:15 AM UTC.

Residents should prepare for hazardous wind conditions, with peak gusts potentially reaching 45 mph. Efforts to protect property should be underway now. Moderate rainfall flooding is also anticipated, with 1-3 inches of rain possible, and a Flood Watch is in effect. Emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding; residents in flood-vulnerable areas should consider protective actions. There is also a potential for several tornadoes, some possibly intense. Those in manufactured homes or on boats should prepare to relocate to safe shelter. Listen for tornado watches and warnings and be ready to shelter quickly.

For more information, visit ready.gov/hurricanes. Heed all flood watches and warnings; failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life.