Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Worth: Prepare for Hazardous Conditions

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Worth, specifically impacting Sylvester and Warwick, by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee, FL, effective immediately as of October 10 at 2:07 AM EDT. This warning remains in effect until 10:15 AM UTC today.

Residents in affected areas must act now to complete preparations for hazardous wind, potential major flooding, and several possible tornadoes. Efforts to protect property should be underway. Listen for all watches and warnings and be ready to shelter quickly if a tornado warning is issued. Failure to take action regarding flooding will likely result in serious injury or loss of life.

Wind speeds of 10-20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph are forecast, with a potential for sustained winds of 39 to 57 mph. Limited damage to unsecured lightweight objects, porches, and awnings is possible, along with scattered power outages. A Flood Watch is also in effect, with around 1 inch of additional rainfall expected. This could lead to major flooding, prompting evacuations and rescues. Roads may become impassable, and floodwaters could enter structures. The NWS also indicates a favorable situation for several tornadoes, some potentially intense. The Georgia Emergency Management Agency provides further information at ready.ga.gov. For local weather conditions, visit weather.gov/tallahassee.