The Storm Prediction Center issued a Day 2 Convective Outlook at 1730 UTC on 8 Oct 2026. It shows a slight risk of severe thunderstorms from late Friday through Friday night over the Florida Panhandle/Big Bend and nearby southern Alabama and southwestern Georgia. The outlook also notes a possible tornado risk in the northeastern Gulf Coast area during the same period.
Key points
Risk Level: Slight risk of severe thunderstorms late Friday‑Friday night across the Florida Panhandle/Big Bend and adjacent southern Alabama/southwestern Georgia.
Tornado Potential: A risk for tornadoes may develop across northeastern Gulf coastal areas late Friday into early Saturday.
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High Wind Watch issued for Marion, Hamilton, Bradley +1 more
High Wind Watch has been issued for Marion, Hamilton, Bradley and one additional location. Sustained winds are 15‑25 MPH with gusts up to 50 MPH. The watch expires Sunday, 10/11/26 at 8 AM.
Key points
Locations: Marion, Hamilton, Bradley +1 more
Wind: Sustained 15‑25 MPH, gusts up to 50 MPH
Expiration: Sunday, 10/11/26 at 8 AM
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High Wind Watch issued for Johnson, Cocke, Greene and others
A High Wind Watch has been issued covering Johnson, Cocke, Greene and four additional counties. Sustained winds are forecast at 15‑30 MPH with gusts up to 60 MPH. The watch expires Sunday, 10/11/26 at 8 AM.
Key points
Sustained Wind: 15‑30 MPH
Wind Gusts: Up to 60 MPH
Expiration: Sunday, 10/11/26 at 8 AM
Affected areas: Johnson, Cocke, Greene +4 more counties
