Florida Extreme Tornado Warning | Effective 10/09/2026 13:45

Headline: 
Tornado Warning issued October 9 at 4:45PM EDT until October 9 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event: 
Tornado Warning
Urgency: 
Immediate
Effective: 
October 9, 2026 - 1:45pm
Expires: 
October 9, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
At 444 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located near Bell, moving north at 15 mph. HAZARD...Tornado. SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely. This tornadic thunderstorm will remain over mainly rural areas of central Gilchrist County.
Instruction: 
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.
Area Description: 
Gilchrist, FL
Forcast Office: 
NWS Jacksonville FL
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov