Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Southern Liberty; Prepare for High Winds, Flooding

A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Southern Liberty, effective immediately as of October 7 at 11:00 PM EDT. This alert, issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee FL, includes Central City and the Apalachicola National Forest. The watch is set to expire on October 8 at 7:00 AM UTC.

Residents should prepare for potential wind speeds of 39 to 57 mph, with peak gusts up to 30 mph. Efforts to protect property should be underway now. Potential impacts include limited damage to structures like porches and unanchored mobile homes, fallen tree limbs, and scattered power outages. Act now to complete preparations before hazardous winds arrive.

Major flooding from heavy rain is also a significant concern, with 4-8 inches of additional rainfall expected, and locally higher amounts possible. Emergency plans should include the potential for major flooding, and evacuations and rescues are likely. Heed all flood watches and warnings; failure to act could result in serious injury or loss of life. There is also a potential for a few tornadoes. If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter quickly.

For more information, visit NWS Tallahassee or the Florida Division of Emergency Management.