Extreme Storm Surge Warning Issued for Central Baldwin County
An extreme Storm Surge Warning is in effect for Baldwin Central, including Daphne, Fairhope, and Foley, with immediate threats from dangerous winds, life-threatening storm surge, major flooding, and potential tornadoes. Residents must shelter in place and heed all warnings.
A Storm Surge Warning has been issued for Baldwin Central, including Daphne, Fairhope, and Foley, by the NWS Mobile AL, effective immediately. This warning, issued October 9 at 3:55 PM CDT, indicates an extreme and immediate threat to life and property.
Residents in affected areas should be sheltering from dangerous winds, which are forecast to be equivalent to strong tropical storm force (30-40 mph with gusts to 70 mph) and will persist until early Saturday morning. Last-minute preparations for wind should be complete. Life-threatening storm surge of 2-4 feet above ground is possible through Saturday morning. Flood preparations and ordered evacuations should be complete, with evacuees in safe shelters. Do not venture outside.
A Flood Watch is in effect, with an additional 1-3 inches of rain expected, leading to potential major flooding. Heed all flood watches and warnings. The situation is also somewhat favorable for a few isolated tornadoes; move quickly to the safest place within your shelter if a tornado warning is issued. For evacuation and shelter information, contact Baldwin County EMA at 251-972-6807 or visit www.baldwincountyal.gov/departments/EMA. For storm information, visit www.weather.gov/mob.
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