Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Lowndes County: Shelter Now!

LOWNDES COUNTY, AL – Residents in Lowndes County, specifically Fort Deposit and Hayneville, are urged to shelter immediately as a Tropical Storm Warning is now in effect. Issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Birmingham, AL, this warning began on October 9 at 9:56 PM CDT and is effective until October 10 at 6:00 AM UTC.

Dangerous winds are expected, with peak forecasts of 30-40 mph and gusts potentially reaching up to 65 mph. The NWS indicates a potential for winds between 58 to 73 mph. Last-minute preparations to protect life and property should now be complete.

A Flood Watch is also in effect. The NWS forecasts an additional 1-3 inches of rain, with locally higher amounts possible, leading to a potential for major flooding. Emergency plans should account for significant flooding, and evacuations and rescues are likely. Heed all flood watches and warnings immediately. Driving conditions will become dangerous, and many roads and bridges may close, weaken, or wash out.

Tornadoes are not expected at this time; however, showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur. For more information and safety guidelines, visit ready.gov/hurricanes.