Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Greene County, Eutaw: Prepare for High Winds, Flooding

A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Greene County, specifically affecting Eutaw, by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Birmingham, AL. The watch was issued on October 8 at 10:27 PM CDT and remains effective until October 9 at 6:30 AM UTC.

Residents in Eutaw should plan for hazardous winds of equivalent tropical storm force. Peak wind forecasts are 15-25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, with potential for winds between 39 to 57 mph. Complete all remaining efforts to protect property as soon as possible. Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous. Potential impacts include damage to porches, awnings, carports, and unanchored mobile homes, as well as broken tree limbs, downed trees, and some fences and signs blown over. Scattered power and communications outages are possible, and some roads may become impassable due to debris.

A Flood Watch is also in effect. The NWS forecasts 2-4 inches of rain, with locally higher amounts, and potential for moderate flooding. Emergency plans should include the possibility of moderate flooding, evacuations, and rescues. Consider protective actions if you are in a flood-prone area and heed all flood watches and warnings. Significant impacts are possible, including swollen rivers, overflowing small streams, and water entering some structures. Hazardous driving conditions are expected due to rapid inundation in low-lying areas and potential road closures.

Tornadoes are not expected at this time, though showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. For more information and preparedness resources, visit ready.gov/hurricanes.