A wind advisory and extreme drought are impacting Jacksonville and surrounding coastal areas, with strong gusts and fire danger. Meteorologist Katie Garner explains what to expect and how to stay safe.
Candlelight vigil held to commemorate the life of Johnnie Mae ChappellA 2-year-old boy died overnight after he was shot during a domestic dispute late Sunday at an apartment complex in the Hillcrest neighborhood of Jacksonville’s Westside.
Steven Dodson Jr., 21, has been charged in the shooting.JSO arrests 21-year-old man accused of fatally shooting 2-year-old at apartment complex Read full article: JSO arrests 21-year-old man accused of fatally shooting 2-year-old at apartment complex Police searching for 1 adult who ran from the scene; 2 other children under 10 years old in home were not hurt ‘Happiest baby’: Family identifies 2-year-old boy killed during dispute at Westside apartment complex– Let’s kick things off with the No. 1 thing you need to know this morning: a wind advisory is in effect for our coastal communities. Using Exact Track 4D radar here at News4JAX, I’ve been tracking gusts already soaring well into the 30s—Brunswick recorded a 37 mph gust, and areas like St. Mary’s also saw gusts into the 30s. Jacksonville, Mayport, Hanna Park, all the way up through Fernandina Beach and St. Simon’s Island are where it’s hitting hardest.If you’re anywhere near the coast, keep an eye out for flying debris, loose outdoor furniture, and especially falling tree limbs. With the sun not even up yet, hazards like a branch coming down on a power line are a real concern. I’ll be keeping you posted as winds shift, especially for the wider Jacksonville area and up into southern Georgia.The second concern on my radar is how dry it is right now. The latest drought monitor paints nearly our entire region in deep red, showing “extreme” drought conditions. That level of dryness means all it takes is a strong gust, and any spark could catch and spread very quickly—even a small flame could get out of control fast with these windy, parched conditions. If you’re grilling, burning yard debris, or see any smoke, be extra cautious. Conditions are ripe for fast-moving grass or brush fires.With all this wind and dry air, you may not even notice we’re starting off the day pretty mild. It’s 66 degrees out there right now, with humidity sitting at 81% and a north-northwest wind around 10 mph. For our boaters or marina fans—I saw a couple of beautiful yachts on our Skycam this morning—but remember, those breezy conditions will keep things choppy along the water.I’ll have more for you throughout the day right here with News4JAX and The Weather Authority. Got a weather photo or video of the winds or dry conditions? Share it with us atFormer JEA chief of staff tells City Council committee employees are ‘scared for their job’Help spread the word about AI scams targeting service membersMechanical issue causes JTA bus to catch fire on Arlington ExpresswayRoad-rage shootout leaves 1 dead, police searching for 2nd driverCuban immigrants in Jacksonville call for action as island faces widescale blackoutAI Can not spell Ortega. It is a beautiful river and great on a west wind day. EnjoyWalk the Talk: Epilepsy Alliance Florida hosts awareness walk at Jacksonville ZooGators, Hurricanes begin quest for national title; Bulldogs end season in first roundFather says his daughter was detained at Blue Cypress Park teen takeoverThe first day of spring is here! Michelle gives a look at the temperatures into the weekendUnredacted arrest warrant reveals new details about double shooting in Ponte VedraA teen told a 79-year-old man he’d clean his driveway. Then he took him to withdraw over $10k
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