The National Weather Service reports Tropical Storm Idalia has picked up speed and is tracking north-east, though there remains uncertainty around the exact track, size and intensity of the storm. It is anticipated that this large storm will be a Category 3 by the time it makes landfall, most likely Tuesday night. Tropical Storm Warnings are now in effect for Leon and Wakulla Counties.
We encourage you to get prepared now by filling your gas tank, keeping phones and other electronics charged, readying your go bag, and removing any yard or curbside debris.
For more preparedness information, visit weather.gov/hurricane. Local preparedness information can be found at the Leon County emergency information portal: cms.leoncountyfl.gov/ei.
An update is expected later this afternoon as the track of the storm is refined.