Tropical Storm Warning for Wayne County: Prepare for Gusty Winds
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Wayne County, including Waynesboro, until October 10 at 6:00 AM UTC, with gusty winds up to 40 mph expected; no significant flooding or tornado threat is anticipated.
A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Wayne County, including Waynesboro, effective immediately until October 10 at 6:00 AM UTC. The National Weather Service in Mobile, AL, issued the warning at 9:49 PM CDT on October 9.
Residents should prepare for gusty winds, with peak forecasts of 10-20 mph and gusts up to 40 mph. While the wind threat has decreased, and sustained winds are expected to remain below tropical storm force, conditions may still be gusty. There is little to no additional wind impact expected, and community officials are currently assessing realized impacts.
No significant additional rainfall is forecast, and there is little to no potential for flooding rain or tornadoes. The situation is unfavorable for tornado development. Residents should continue to monitor forecasts for any changes.
For local information and updates, contact the Wayne County EMA at 601-735-2185 or visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WayneMSEMA. For broader storm impact information, visit the NWS Mobile website at www.weather.gov/mob.
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