A tornado watch means tornadoes are possible in and near the watch area, which typically covers multiple counties or states

Beaufort County is on Hurricane Helene's periphery. Some severe weather events, including tornadoes, are possible, but the county won't take on a direct hit.

Anticipating high winds due to Hurricane Helene that could make bus travel unsafe, Beaufort County Schools in Florida will use remote learning to avoid missing instructional days that would have to be made up later.