Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Henry County: Prepare for Severe Weather
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Henry County, including Abbeville and Headland, until 7:15 PM UTC, bringing potential for hazardous winds, major flooding, and several tornadoes; residents should take immediate protective actions.
A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Henry County, effective immediately as of October 9 at 11:05 AM EDT, by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tallahassee, FL. This warning affects Abbeville and Headland, and is set to expire at 7:15 PM UTC today.
Residents should prepare for hazardous wind, with peak gusts up to 45 mph, potentially causing limited damage to property and leading to scattered power outages. All remaining efforts to secure property should be completed as soon as possible. Move to safe shelter before hazardous winds arrive.
A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 2-4 inches of rain expected. This poses a potential for major flooding, which may prompt evacuations and rescues. Heed all flood watches and warnings. Failure to take action could result in serious injury or loss of life.
The situation is favorable for tornadoes, with the potential for several, some possibly intense. Those in manufactured homes or on boats are urged to relocate to safe shelter. Listen for tornado watches and warnings and be ready to shelter quickly if issued. For more information, visit weather.gov/tallahassee or ema.alabama.gov.
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