Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Chattahoochee: Prepare Now

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Chattahoochee County, including Cusseta, by the National Weather Service (NWS) Peachtree City GA, effective immediately as of October 9 at 11:16 AM EDT. Tropical storm-force winds are expected within the next 36 hours, with peak winds forecast between 15-25 mph and gusts up to 45 mph.

Residents should act now to complete preparations. Expect potential limited damage to property, including porches, awnings, and sheds. Many large tree limbs may break, and scattered power and communications outages are possible. Hazardous driving conditions are anticipated.

A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 1-3 inches of rain expected, potentially leading to moderate flooding. Emergency plans should include the possibility of evacuations and rescues. Rivers and small streams may overflow, and some roads may become impassable. Heed all flood watches and warnings.

The NWS also indicates a favorable situation for several tornadoes, with a few 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 if a warning is issued. This alert expires October 9, 2026, at 7:30 PM UTC. For more information, visit ready.gov/hurricanes or weather.gov/atlanta.