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Tornado Warning issued October 9 at 4:35PM EDT until October 9 at 5:00PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Published October 9, 2026 4:39 pm • Updated October 9, 2026 4:39 pm • Florida

TORJAX The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a * Tornado Warning for... Central Gilchrist County in northern Florida... * Until 500 PM EDT. * At 435 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located…

TORJAX The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a * Tornado Warning for… Central Gilchrist County in northern Florida… * Until 500 PM EDT. * At 435 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.

Official safety instructions

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.

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