Life-Threatening Storm Surge, Flooding, Tornadoes Threaten Coastal Wakulla
A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for Coastal Wakulla, including Saint Marks and Panacea, with life-threatening surge, major flooding, and several tornadoes possible; residents must remain sheltered and heed all warnings immediately.
Coastal Wakulla County residents, including those in Saint Marks and Panacea, face an immediate and extreme threat as a Storm Surge Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Tallahassee. This warning is effective immediately, October 9, at 5:17 AM EDT, and expires at 1:30 PM UTC today.
Life-threatening storm surge of 4-6 feet above ground is possible through Saturday morning. Residents in surge-prone areas must remain sheltered in a safe location and not venture outside. Flood preparations and ordered evacuations should be complete, with evacuees in designated shelters.
A Flood Watch is also in effect, with an additional 4-8 inches of rain expected, potentially causing major flooding and requiring evacuations and rescues. Heed all flood watches and warnings. The NWS also warns of potential for several tornadoes, urging residents to be ready to shelter quickly if a tornado warning is issued. While winds are expected to remain below tropical storm force, gusts up to 40 mph are possible. For more information, visit weather.gov/tallahassee or Wakulla County Emergency Management.
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