Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Monroe County: Prepare for Dangerous Conditions
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Monroe County, including Homewood and Monroeville, with dangerous winds, potential flooding, and tornadoes expected Friday evening through Saturday morning.
Monroe County residents, including those in Homewood and Monroeville, are under a Tropical Storm Warning issued October 8 at 10:06 AM CDT by the National Weather Service (NWS) Mobile, AL. This warning is effective immediately and expires at 6:15 PM UTC today. Prepare for significant wind, potential flooding, and isolated tornadoes.
Peak winds of 40-50 mph with gusts up to 60 mph are expected from Friday evening until Saturday morning. The NWS indicates a potential for winds reaching 58 to 73 mph. Residents must complete all preparations to protect life and property as soon as possible and move to safe shelter before hazardous winds begin. Significant damage to roofing, siding, and mobile homes is possible, along with downed trees and power outages.
Moderate flooding rain is anticipated, with 2-4 inches of rainfall and locally higher amounts. This could lead to swollen rivers, overflowing streams, and hazardous driving conditions. Heed all flood watches and warnings. Emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain; evacuations and rescues are possible. If you are in a flood-prone area, consider protective actions.
The situation is also somewhat favorable for a few tornadoes. If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter quickly. Tornadoes can hinder emergency plans and cause localized damage.
For local information, contact Monroe County EMA at 251-743-3259 or visit www.facebook.com/monroeema. For storm impacts, visit www.weather.gov/mob.
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