Strong Thunderstorm Threatens Gulf Coast: Seek Shelter Indoors
A Special Weather Statement warns of a strong thunderstorm with 40 mph wind gusts and potential flooding for Inland and Coastal Bay/Gulf areas; seek indoor shelter and avoid flooded roads until 10:45 AM UTC.
A Special Weather Statement has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Tallahassee, FL, urging residents in Inland Bay, Inland Gulf, Coastal Bay, and Coastal Gulf areas to take immediate precautions.
As of 9:43 AM EDT today, October 3, 2026, a strong thunderstorm was located 15 miles west of Port St. Joe, moving north at 15 mph. This storm is capable of producing wind gusts up to 40 mph. The NWS indicates that these gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.
Impacted locations include Panama City, Panama City Beach, Callaway, Port St. Joe, Springfield, Mexico Beach, Tyndall Air Force Base, Parker, St Andrews State Park, Allanton, Cedar Grove, Dirego Park, Beacon Beach, Odena, Overstreet, Biltmore Beach, Milltown, Davis Beach, Millville, and Wetappo.
If you are outdoors in these areas, consider seeking shelter inside a building. Torrential rainfall is also associated with this storm, which may lead to localized flooding. Drivers are advised not to drive their vehicles through flooded roadways.
This Special Weather Statement is effective immediately and is set to expire at 10:45 AM UTC (6:45 AM EDT) today, October 3, 2026.
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