Tropical storm
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Treat tropical storm warnings seriously: dangerous flooding, surge, wind and tornadoes can occur. Check local evacuation instructions, avoid flooded roads, and take shelter before conditions become unsafe.
Take it with you. Verify locally.
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In immediate danger, contact local emergency services. Current instructions for your location take priority.
Do now.
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Read all warnings
Check flood, surge and tornado notices as well as wind forecasts.
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Prepare before arrival
Charge devices, secure loose outdoor items while safe and arrange essential medicines and supplies.
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Leave if ordered
Follow the evacuation zone and route instructions for your address.
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Keep travel limited
Stay off roads during hazardous weather and never drive into floodwater.
Next steps.
Monitor updates after the storm passes; rivers may keep rising and power lines may remain live.
Watch for.
A storm below hurricane strength can still cause catastrophic flooding.
Sources & context.
Original Osprey Zero summary of the references below. U.S.-based guidance unless noted; check authorities where you are. This page is not a live alert.
Updated 2026-10-02. Recheck official instructions during an active event.