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High Wind Watch issued October 8 at 12:11PM CDT until October 11

Affecting Marion; Lamar; Fayette; Winston; Walker; Blount; Etowah; Calhoun; Cherokee; Cleburne

In effect until: Oct 9, 2026, 6:00 AM

Marion; Lamar; Fayette; Winston; Walker; Blount; Etowah; Calhoun; Cherokee; Cleburne

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 6:00 AM.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds.

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* WHAT...East winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 50 mph possible.

* WHERE...Blount, Calhoun, Cherokee, Cleburne, Etowah, Fayette,
Lamar, Marion, Walker, and Winston Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™

High Wind Watch issued October 8 at 12:11PM CDT until October 11

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