Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Chambers County: Prepare for Winds, Flooding, Tornadoes

A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Chambers County, effective immediately and expiring today, October 8, 2026, at 9:00 PM UTC. The National Weather Service in Birmingham, AL, issued the alert at 12:59 PM CDT, identifying Valley, Lanett, and Lafayette as affected locations.

Residents should plan for hazardous winds of 10-20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph, with potential for winds reaching 39-57 mph. Efforts to protect property should begin now, and all preparations should be completed before winds become hazardous. Damage to unanchored structures, large tree limbs, and some power outages are possible.

A Flood Watch is also in effect, with 1-3 inches of rain expected, and locally higher amounts. This brings a potential for moderate flooding, with possible evacuations and rescues. Heed all flood watches and warnings. Rivers may swell, and floodwaters could impact structures and roads. Driving conditions will become hazardous.

The situation is favorable for tornadoes, with a potential for several tornadoes, some possibly intense. Those in manufactured homes or boats should relocate to safe shelter. Listen for tornado watches and warnings and be ready to shelter quickly. Tornadoes could cause considerable damage, power loss, and communications failures, with dangerous projectiles. For more information, visit ready.gov/hurricanes.