First published Oct 9, 2026, 6:53:15 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 9, 2026, 6:53:15 AM UTC

Tropical Storm Watch issued October 9 at 1:19AM CDT by NWS Birmingham AL

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The excerpt identifies Randolph and Roanoke as affected locations and says a Flood Watch is in effect, with 1–3 inches of rain and locally higher amounts forecast. It describes the potential for moderate flooding and says sustained winds should remain below tropical-storm force.

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Affected location: Randolph

Illustrative image: 'The River' and Council House, Victoria Square, Birmingham — Robin Sones/Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0

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