First published Oct 7, 2026, 9:50:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 7, 2026, 9:50:15 PM UTC

Hurricane Watch issued October 7 at 4:03PM CDT by NWS Mobile AL

A hurricane watch covers Okaloosa Inland, including Crestview and Laurel Hill, with tropical-storm-force winds forecast from Friday afternoon into early Saturday morning. The source describes possible wind damage, road obstructions, and scattered power and communications outages.

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The alert says preparations to protect life and property should be completed before hazardous winds arrive.

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