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Storm Surge Warning issued October 8 at 5:22PM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

Published October 8, 2026 7:13 pm • Updated October 8, 2026 7:13 pm • Florida

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED - Apalachicola - Eastpoint - Carrabelle - Alligator Point * WIND - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind - Peak Wind Forecast: 25-35 mph with gusts to 50 mph - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY…

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED – Apalachicola – Eastpoint – Carrabelle – Alligator Point * WIND – LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind – Peak Wind Forecast: 25-35 mph with gusts to 50 mph – THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 39 to 57 mph – The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. – PLAN: Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force. – PREPARE: Efforts to protect property should now be underway. Prepare for limited wind damage. – ACT: Act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous. – POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited – Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored…

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