Tropical storm watch in place for Quitman County until Thursday evening

Published Oct 8, 2026

At 11:06 a.m. on Thursday, the National Weather Service released a tropical storm watch in effect until 7:15 p.m. for Quitman County.

“A Tropical Storm Watch means tropical storm-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours WIND – LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind – Peak Wind Forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 40 mph,” says the NWS.

Source: The National Weather Service