As of the 11AM advisory, PTC 9 is now Tropical Storm Helene located about 720 miles south of High Springs and moving northwest at 12 MPH.
A Hurricane WATCH and Flood WATCH are currently in effect for western Alachua County.
Can't remember the difference between a WATCH and a WARNING? Think of Tacos... (yes, seriously...)
WATCH: We have the ingredients to make tacos.
WARNING: We're having tacos. RIGHT NOW!
3-6 inches of rain with isolated higher amounts are currently forecast. Shifts in the storm's track could impact these amounts (higher or lower)
Plans for sandbag distribution in High Springs will be announced later this afternoon.
Compared to past storms, this system has developed relatively quickly, leaving little time to complete storm preparations. Please take precautions today and tomorrow to secure your property.
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