Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Wayne County: Prepare for Winds & Flooding

Wayne County residents, especially those in Waynesboro, are under a Tropical Storm Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Mobile AL this evening, October 9, at 6:53 PM CDT. This warning indicates severe conditions are expected, with potential impacts from hazardous winds and moderate flooding rain.

You should immediately move to safe shelter as winds are expected to reach 10-20 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. Prepare for limited wind damage, including potential harm to porches, sheds, and unanchored mobile homes. Large tree limbs may break, and some trees could be uprooted, leading to impassable roads. Scattered power and communication outages are possible. Remaining efforts to protect property should be completed as soon as possible.

Moderate rainfall flooding is also a significant concern. Rivers and tributaries may swell, and localized flooding in low-lying areas is expected. Emergency plans should include the potential for evacuations and rescues. Heed any flood watches and warnings; failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life. While tornadoes are not expected, showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may still occur.

The warning is effective immediately and expires on October 10, 2026, at 3:00 AM UTC. For local information, contact Wayne County EMA at 601-735-2185 or visit https://www.facebook.com/WayneMSEMA. For storm impacts, visit NWS Mobile at www.weather.gov/mob.