Tornado Watch For West Florida

PANAMA CITY, Florida – The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a TORNADO WATCH that will remain in effect until 2 p.m. CST on Tuesday, January 9, 2024, for the following Florida counties:

Bay, Calhoun, Columbia, Dixie, Franklin, Gadsden, Gilchrist, Gulf, Hamilton, Holmes, Jackson, Jefferson, Lafayette, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Suwannee, Taylor, Wakulla, Walton, and Washington.

What Does A Tornado Watch Mean?

A TORNADO WATCH means that tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area.

People within the tornado watch areas should review and discuss their emergency plans, check supplies, and their safe room.

People within the tornado watch areas should be ready to act quickly if a warning is issued or they suspect a tornado is approaching.