Storm Surge Watch Issued for Coastal Taylor County: Life-Threatening Flooding Possible
A Storm Surge Watch has been issued for coastal Taylor County, including Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee, with life-threatening flooding of 4-6 feet possible from Friday morning until Saturday morning; residents should prepare for evacuation if ordered.
A Storm Surge Watch has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee FL for coastal Taylor County, effective immediately. This includes Keaton Beach and Steinhatchee. Life-threatening storm surge inundation of 4 to 6 feet above ground is possible from Friday morning until Saturday morning.
Residents in affected areas should finalize storm surge flooding preparations. Assemble disaster supplies and know your evacuation route. If evacuation orders are issued for your area, you must leave. Failure to heed evacuation orders may result in loss of life.
Moderate rainfall of an additional 1 to 3 inches is also forecast, with locally higher amounts possible, potentially leading to moderate flooding. Heed any flood watches and warnings. The wind threat has decreased, with peak winds forecast at 15-25 mph and gusts to 30 mph, remaining below tropical storm force. Tornadoes are not expected. For more information, visit NWS Tallahassee or Taylor County Emergency Management.
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