Tropical storm watch for Sumter County until Thursday evening

Published Oct 8, 2026

On Thursday at 11:17 a.m. a tropical storm watch was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 7:30 p.m. for Sumter 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: 10-20 mph with gusts to 35 mph,” states the NWS.

Source: The National Weather Service