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Wind Advisory issued October 17 at 12:44PM CDT until October 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

Published October 17, 2026 1:47 pm • Updated October 17, 2026 1:47 pm • Florida

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * WHERE...In Alabama, Baldwin Central, Baldwin Coastal, Mobile Central, and Mobile Coastal Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Escambia Inland, Okaloosa Coastal, Okaloosa Inland, Santa Rosa Coastal, and…

* WHAT…North winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * WHERE…In Alabama, Baldwin Central, Baldwin Coastal, Mobile Central, and Mobile Coastal Counties. In Florida, Escambia Coastal, Escambia Inland, Okaloosa Coastal, Okaloosa Inland, Santa Rosa Coastal, and Santa Rosa Inland Counties. * WHEN…Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS…Gusty winds over the advisory area may still cause problems with flying debris and compromised trees. Persons are urged to refrain from wind sensitive activities.

Official safety instructions

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

National Weather Service: View official alert and latest details.