Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Gadsden: Prepare for Severe Weather

Gadsden County residents, particularly those in Quincy and Chattahoochee, are under a Tropical Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee FL, effective immediately as of October 9 at 10:57 PM EDT. This warning remains in effect until 3:00 AM EDT on October 10. You should move to safe shelter before hazardous wind begins.

Expect winds of 10-20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, potentially reaching 39 to 57 mph. Limited damage to property like porches, carports, and unanchored mobile homes is possible. Be aware of broken tree limbs, overturned fences, and hazardous driving conditions. Scattered power and communications outages are anticipated. Remaining efforts to protect property should be completed as soon as possible.

A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 1-3 inches of rain expected, leading to potential major flooding. Emergency plans should include the possibility of evacuations and rescues. Heed all flood watches and warnings; failure to act could lead to serious injury or loss of life. Rivers and tributaries may overflow, and roads could become impassable.

Furthermore, a Tornado Watch is active, indicating a favorable situation for tornadoes. There is a potential for several tornadoes, with some possibly intense. Those in manufactured homes or on boats should relocate to safe shelter. Listen for tornado watches and warnings and be prepared to shelter quickly if a warning is issued. For more information, visit weather.gov/tallahassee or floridadisaster.org.