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Based on updated guidance about the anticipated impact of Hurricane Idalia to our region, TCC will close all campuses through the remainder of the week – with the exception of the Florida Public Safety Institute, which will remain open and operational to serve as a staging site for first responders.

Classes and normal campus operations are expected to resume on Tuesday, September 5, following the Labor Day holiday.

Status updates will be sent out via TCC Alerts and posted to social media and our website at: tcc.fl.edu/alerts

Due to Tropical Storm Idalia, TCC’s Wakulla Center and Wakulla Environmental Institute will be closed tomorrow, August 29. TCC Main Campus, Center for Innovation, Gadsden Center, and Ghazvini Center for Healthcare Education will be closed starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, August 29 through Wednesday, August 30. The Florida Public Safety Institute is currently open and operational in order to serve as a staging site for first responders.

Normal operations will are expected to resume Thursday, August 31. However, should any circumstances change, status updates will be sent out via TCC Alerts and posted to our website at www.tcc.fl.edu/alerts.

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.

Please continue to monitor local weather conditions, and stay safe during the storm!

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.

The National Weather Service is still reporting that it is too early to be certain of a track for Tropical Storm Idalia.

The NWS is expecting that the storm will enter the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, that it will strengthen while moving north-east, and the track will become clearer. The NWS estimates that this will be a strong Category 1 or a weak Category 2 hurricane, with the majority of the winds and storm surge on the coast.

TCC will remain open for normal operations Monday, August 28.

TCC is monitoring Tropical Depression 10. At this time, there remains a great amount of uncertainty about the storm’s track, strength, and potential impacts to the region.

TCC administrators are in close contact with Tallahassee area partner agencies as we work to anticipate any closure needs. If closure becomes necessary, we will use the TCC Alert system to provide you with campus closure and reopening information.

Updates on local preparedness can be found at the Leon County emergency information portal: cms.leoncountyfl.gov/ei.

Awareness of the potential threats posed by this storm is very important. Please take the time now to review your personal preparedness plans so that you and your loved ones remain safe. 

The safety of our students is our utmost priority, and we are committed to keeping you informed. Status updates will be posted on the TCC Alerts page at www.tcc.fl.edu/alerts

TCC ALERT! The National Weather Service has reported Tropical Storm Nicole is forecasted to produce strong wind gusts that may be felt across the entire Florida Peninsula and Florida Big Bend on Wednesday and Thursday. Due to the potential for high winds and the impact on transportation in and around the region, TCC will cancel classes and close all campuses, with the exception of the Florida Public Safety Institute, on Thursday, November 10. We will return to normal operations on Monday, November 14, following the Veteran’s Day holiday closure. Go to www.tcc.fl.edu/alerts for more information.

TCC is monitoring Tropical Storm Nicole and its potential impacts to the Tallahassee region. College administrators are in close contact with area partner agencies as we work to anticipate any closure needs. Our highest priority is the safety of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors on our campuses. In the event that closures become necessary, we will use the TCC Alert system to provide campus closure and reopening information.

Updates on local preparedness can be found at the Leon County emergency information portal: cms.leoncountyfl.gov/ei.

As of this morning, the National Weather Service Tallahassee reports eastward shifts of Hurricane Ian in the last 12-24 hours have meant a continued lowering of potential impacts to our area. TCC will remain open for classes and operations at all locations. Faculty will continue to work with students who have extenuating circumstances on an individual basis.

As the storm makes landfall along the Southwest coast of Florida, we send our support to the Florida College System institutions that are being impacted. TCC will be serving as a staging site for emergency preparations and equipment that will be sent south after the storm passes. Please avoid any areas where these preparations are being made, and continue to monitor official local weather sources for the latest updates.

At this time, we do not anticipate any further announcements will need to be made regarding College operations.

The latest update from the National Weather Service Tallahassee shows Hurricane Ian tracking east with a moderate risk to the Tallahassee area of tropical storm force gusts and rain. However, there remains a great amount of uncertainty. TCC officials continue to closely monitor the situation. The College remains open and operational at this time.

While the forecast for Tallahassee is improving, other areas of the state will be severely impacted. For those who are considering plans to travel outside of the Tallahassee area, we encourage you to monitor the latest weather information from the National Weather Service or other official weather sources. Faculty will work with students who have extenuating circumstances on an individual basis.

We will update our faculty, staff, and students on any changes to College operations as soon as decisions are made.

Tallahassee Community College will remain open for normal operations on Tuesday, September 27.

We continue to closely monitor Hurricane Ian. At this time, the National Weather Service reports a great amount of uncertainty about the storm’s track and the potential impacts to Florida’s Big Bend region. We will update our faculty, staff, and students to any changes to College operations as soon as decisions are made.

In the event that closures become necessary, we will use the TCC Alert system to provide TCC community members with campus closure and reopening information. Please check Workday to ensure that your contact information is correct.