First published Oct 9, 2026, 4:00:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 9, 2026, 9:34:16 PM UTC

Tropical Storm Warning issued October 9 at 11:07AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL

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A tropical storm warning covered coastal waters from Suwannee River to Apalachicola, including Apalachee Bay. The source reports strong winds and hazardous seas and advises mariners to avoid the conditions; the warning was in effect until early Saturday morning.

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The warning reports conditions that could capsize or damage vessels and directs mariners to change plans or seek safe harbor.

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Oct 9, 2026, 9:07 PM UTC
A tropical storm warning covered coastal waters from Suwannee River to Apalachicola, including Apalachee Bay. The source reports strong winds and hazardous seas and advises mariners to avoid the conditions; the warning was in effect until early Saturday morning.
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