Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Pike County, Including Troy

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Pike County, including the city of Troy, by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Birmingham, AL, effective immediately as of October 9 at 4:08 AM CDT. This warning indicates severe conditions are expected, with the NWS urging immediate action to protect life and property.

Residents should complete all preparations as soon as possible and move to safe shelter before hazardous winds arrive. Forecasts indicate peak winds of 15-25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph, with a potential for winds reaching 58 to 73 mph. Significant impacts include potential damage to roofing, siding, mobile homes, and sheds. Large trees may snap or uproot, leading to impassable roads and scattered power and communication outages.

A Flood Watch is also in effect, with 2-4 inches of rain expected and locally higher amounts. Moderate rainfall flooding is possible, potentially causing evacuations, rescues, and hazardous driving conditions due to swollen rivers, overflowing small streams, and flooded roadways. Heed all flood watches and warnings.

The NWS also indicates a potential for a few tornadoes. Residents in vulnerable shelters should prepare to relocate to safer alternatives. If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter quickly. This alert is set to expire on October 9 at 12:15 PM UTC (7:15 AM CDT).

For more information on hurricane preparedness, visit ready.gov/hurricanes.