Tropical Storm Warning for Leon County: Prepare for Severe Weather

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Leon County, including Tallahassee, Woodville, and Bradfordville, by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee FL, effective October 9 at 5:05 PM EDT. This warning remains in effect until October 10 at 1:15 AM UTC.

Residents should act now to complete preparations for hazardous winds, which are forecast to reach 10-20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. Potential impacts include damage to lightweight structures, broken tree limbs, and scattered power outages. Avoid driving on bridges and elevated roadways during hazardous conditions.

A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 3-6 inches of rain expected, leading to potential major flooding. Evacuations and rescues are likely in flood-prone areas. Heed all flood watches and warnings. A Tornado Watch is also in effect, indicating a very favorable situation for numerous tornadoes. Prepare to shelter quickly if a tornado warning is issued, especially those in manufactured homes or on boats.

For further information and updates, visit the NWS Tallahassee website at weather.gov/tallahassee, the Florida Division of Emergency Management at floridadisaster.org, or Leon County Emergency Management at leoncountyfl.gov/ei.