First published Oct 9, 2026, 3:50:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 9, 2026, 3:50:15 PM UTC

Tropical Storm Warning issued October 9 at 10:17AM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL

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A Tropical Storm Warning covers Autauga, with Prattville listed as affected; forecast details include tropical-storm-force winds Saturday morning through afternoon and a Flood Watch with 2–4 inches of additional rain. The supplied excerpt ends mid-description of the flooding threat.

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Affected location: Autauga; Prattville

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The warning advises completing property protection and moving to safe shelter before winds become hazardous.

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