Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Northern Liberty County: Act Now
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Northern Liberty County, including Hosford and Bristol, urging immediate preparations for hazardous winds, major flooding, and potential tornadoes.
Northern Liberty County, including Hosford and Bristol, is under a Tropical Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee FL, effective immediately as of October 9 at 8:28 AM EDT. Residents must finalize preparations now, as hazardous winds are expected.
The NWS forecasts peak winds of 10-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph, with a potential for sustained winds of 39 to 57 mph. Damage to awnings, carports, and sheds is possible, along with downed tree limbs and scattered power outages. Efforts to protect property should be underway. The warning is set to expire today, October 9, at 4:30 PM UTC.
A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 4-8 inches of rain, and locally higher amounts, anticipated. Major rainfall flooding is possible, which may prompt evacuations and rescues. Heed all flood watches and warnings. The NWS also indicates a favorable situation for several tornadoes, with some potentially intense. Listen for tornado watches and warnings; if a warning is issued, shelter quickly.
No significant storm surge inundation is currently forecast. For local weather conditions and forecasts, visit weather.gov/tallahassee. For additional information from the Florida Division of Emergency Management, visit floridadisaster.org.
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