Storm Surge Warning issued October 9 at 6:53PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED – Destin – Eglin AFB – Fort Walton Beach * WIND – LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Equivalent Cat 3 Hurricane force wind – Peak Wind Forecast: 95-115 mph with gusts to 140 mph – Window for Tropical Storm force winds: until early Saturday morning – Window for Hurricane force winds: until late this evening – THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind greater than 110 mph – The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment. – PLAN: Plan for extreme wind of equivalent CAT 3 hurricane force or higher. – PREPARE: Last minute efforts should solely focus on protecting life. The area remains subject…

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