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Hurricane Warning issued October 9 at 10:50PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

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A hurricane warning covers portions of coastal Alabama and northwest Florida, with northwest winds of 55–75 kt, gusts up to 110 kt, and seas of 23–30 ft. Mariners were instructed to remain in port, alter course, and/or secure vessels; the warning says these conditions are possible until early Saturday morning.

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  • Affected location: Alabama and northwest Florida coastal waters
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The warning says hurricane-force winds and hazardous seas could capsize or damage vessels and severely reduce visibility.

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Confidence
8/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
5/10
Urgency
9/10

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