Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Moultrie; Prepare for Severe Weather

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Moultrie, Colquitt County, by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee FL, effective immediately. This severe weather alert was issued on October 9 at 10:57 PM EDT and expires on October 10 at 7:00 AM UTC. Residents are urged to act now to complete all preparations.

Forecasters anticipate winds of 10-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, with a potential for sustained winds of 39 to 57 mph. Limited damage to unanchored structures, large tree limbs, and some power outages are possible. Efforts to protect property should be underway.

A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 1-3 inches of rain expected, and locally higher amounts possible. This poses a threat of major flooding. Emergency plans should include the potential for significant flooding, and evacuations and rescues are likely. Heed all flood watches and warnings.

The situation is favorable for several tornadoes, with a few possibly intense. Those living 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 one is issued. Significant impacts from tornadoes could include widespread damage and power loss.

For continuous updates, consult NWS Tallahassee at www.weather.gov/tallahassee and the Georgia Emergency Management Agency at https://ready.ga.gov.