A dry cold front is bringing a range of hazardous conditions to northeast Florida and southeast Georgia this weekend, from dangerous surf and rip currents along the coast to elevated fire danger inland.
– A dry cold front is bringing a range of hazardous conditions to northeast Florida and southeast Georgia this weekend, from dangerous surf and rip currents along the coast to elevated fire danger inland.
Highs on Saturday will range in the upper 60s to low 70s in northeast Florida, mid-to-upper 60s in southeast Georgia under partly to mostly cloudy skies. Windy conditions will be the biggest hazard throughout the day.for gusts of 40–45 mph along the coast and the St. Johns River Basin. Inland areas — including Western Clay, Western Putnam, Bradford, Eastern and Western Alachua, and Union counties — are also under a Wind Advisory from 9 a.m. through midnight Saturday, with northeast winds of 20–30 mph and gusts up to 40 mph. Expect gusty winds to blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could come down, and scattered power outages are possible.from Saturday morning through Sunday morning. Boaters are urged to stay off the water if possible and secure vessels ahead of the system.A High Rip Current Risk is in effect from 8 a.m. Saturday through Monday evening, and a High Surf Advisory runs from 2 p.m. Saturday through 5 a.m. Monday. Breaking waves are expected to build to 5–7 feet Saturday afternoon, climbing to 8–10 feet Saturday night and Sunday. Inexperienced swimmers should stay out of the water entirely. Those who do swim should do so near a lifeguard. Anyone caught in a rip current should relax, float, and avoid swimming against the current. If possible, swim parallel to the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.along the Atlantic Coast, which could compound beach erosion concerns. 9 a.m. Saturday – midnight Saturday; NE winds 20–30 mph, gusts to 40 mph Gale Warning: 8 a.m. Saturday – Monday evening; all Northeast Florida beaches 2 p.m. Saturday – 5 a.m. Monday; waves 5–7 ft. Saturday afternoon, 8–10 ft. overnightInland Southeast Georgia is under aNortheast winds:Fire danger remains elevated elsewhere across the region as well. Those conditions are being worsened by ongoing drought., leaving vegetation dry and highly combustible. Residents in fire-prone areas should avoid any outdoor burning and report any signs of smoke or fire immediately.Michelle McCormick Michelle McCormick joined News4Jax in December 2023 and in February 2024, she happily accepted the opportunity to officially join the News4Jax Weather Authority team as the weekend morning meteorologist. She is a member of both the American Meteorological Society and National Weather Association.1:02Flagler College students protest housing policy as seniors cite affordability, availability concernsFlagler College students protest housing policy as seniors cite affordability, availability concernsIt's a great day for Jumbo Shrimp baseball! Join us tonight for the home opening weekendGAME DAY ⚾🦐 The defending Triple-A National Champion Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp returnDuval County schools warns families about unsanctioned ‘senior skip day’ at Jacksonville BeachShould an HOA or property management company be required to post parking rules for visitors?240 new affordable housing units are for ‘people who keep this city running,’ councilman saysFights erupt at Palatka Junior-Senior High after field trip focused on mental healthThe Block Jax owner continues working on parking solutions ahead of busy sports weekendMother of teen punched during arrest says officer went too farSlow down & move over: Ride-along with JSO traffic patrol drives home important safety reminders⚾️ Opening Day + perfect weather=the ultimate Friday night in Jax0:33Study finds most ‘Mayport Shrimp’ dishes served in Jacksonville area are actually importedViral video of Dasaun Williams’ takedown prompts new use of force questionsNew ‘larger format’ Publix store in SilverLeaf features wine bar, expanded deli menu, custom pizzasNew ‘larger format’ Publix store in SilverLeaf features wine bar, expanded deli menu, custom pizzasUSS Donald Cook departs Mayport as Operation Epic Fury continuesFamily of A’hmari Robinson shares stories at candlelight vigil days after his deathDevelopers break ground on affordable housing project in St. AugustineGetting ready for the next GROW ROUND! Tower Garden maintenance...End the month off right with this lineup of events from March 26-29Big: Culture & Arts Festival brings Grammy-nominated rappers, art, culture to Gainesville▶Split Happens Ep. 9: The role of mediation in resolving legal disputes efficientlyBurden of failing roof lifted for Jacksonville veteran through volunteer project
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