Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Bibb County: Prepare for Severe Winds & Flooding

A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Bibb County, effective immediately, by the National Weather Service in Birmingham, AL. Centreville is specifically mentioned as an affected location. Residents should prepare for hazardous wind and moderate flooding rain beginning early Saturday morning and continuing through Saturday afternoon.

Actionable Information:

• Wind: Peak winds of 40-50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph are forecast. Residents should complete all efforts to protect property as soon as possible. Move to safe shelter before hazardous winds arrive. Expect limited wind damage, including to porches, awnings, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. Some tree limbs may break, and a few trees could be snapped or uprooted. Scattered power and communication outages are possible.
• Flooding Rain: A Flood Watch is in effect, with 2-4 inches of rain expected, and locally higher amounts possible. Emergency plans should include potential for moderate flooding. Consider protective actions if you are in a flood-prone area. Heed any flood watches and warnings; failure to do so could result in serious injury or loss of life. Significant impacts are possible, including evacuations and rescues, swollen rivers, overflowing streams, and hazardous driving conditions due to inundated roadways.
• Tornadoes: The situation is currently unfavorable for tornadoes, and they are not expected. Little to no preparations are needed for tornadoes at this time, but stay informed of the latest forecasts.

The Tropical Storm Watch was issued on October 9 at 4:08 AM CDT and expires on October 9 at 12:15 PM UTC. For more information, visit ready.gov/hurricanes.