Headline:
Wind Advisory issued October 16 at 1:15AM EDT until October 17 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 15, 2026 - 10:15pm
Expires:
October 16, 2026 - 10:15am
Description:
* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of southeast Alabama and Big Bend and Panhandle
Florida.
* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 7 PM CDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Strong gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and
compromised trees. Trees damaged from Hurricane Isaias will be
extra vulnerable to the elevated winds that may result in more
downed trees in the area. In addition, large debris piles from
storm cleanup may be blown about resulting in additional hazards to
anyone nearby outdoors. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few
power outages may result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Frequent wind gusts forecast around 30-35 mph
will create dangerous conditions outdoors in the vulnerable areas.
Elsewhere, winds may result in large tree branches downed and
localized power outages.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Remain alert for potential falling trees and power lines, blown
debris, and additional damage to structures that remain compromised
from the hurricane.
Area Description:
Coffee; Dale; Henry; Geneva; Houston; North Walton; Central Walton; Holmes; Washington; Jackson; Inland Bay; Calhoun; South Walton; Coastal Bay
Forcast Office:
NWS Tallahassee FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov