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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 - Saint Marks - Panacea * WIND - LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind - Peak Wind Forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 35 mph - THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST…

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED – Saint Marks – Panacea * WIND – LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind – Peak Wind Forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 35 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: The sustained wind should remain less than tropical storm force. Conditions may still be gusty. – PREPARE: Listen for any instructions from local officials. – ACT: Ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change. – REALIZED IMPACTS: Being Assessed – Little to no additional wind impacts expected. Community officials are now assessing the extent…

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