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Tropical Storm Warning for Waynesboro: Monitor Conditions, Prepare for Gusts

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Waynesboro, Wayne County, by NWS Mobile AL, advising residents to prepare for wind gusts up to 40 mph and monitor conditions.

Staff Writer
10/09/2026 · Wayne County edition

A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Waynesboro in Wayne County by the National Weather Service (NWS) Mobile AL, effective immediately as of October 9 at 10:13 PM CDT. This warning indicates severe weather conditions are expected.

Residents should prepare for wind gusts up to 40 mph, although sustained winds are forecast to remain below tropical storm force. While the immediate threat for flooding rain and tornadoes is low, with little to no additional significant rainfall or tornado activity expected, it is crucial to remain vigilant. The NWS advises listening for instructions from local officials and ensuring emergency readiness should forecasts change.

For local information and updates, contact Wayne County EMA at 601-735-2185 or visit their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WayneMSEMA. For storm impacts, refer to NWS Mobile at www.weather.gov/mob. The warning is set to expire on October 10 at 6:15 AM UTC.

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