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October 4, 2024

Heavy tropical rain moving into Florida starting this weekend

Rain chances are creeping up during the weekend, and more are coming next week as tropical moisture arrives…

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Jacksonville Fire and Rescue crews deal with a downed tree as the first gusts of wind from Hurricane Helene arrived in Jacksonville around 6 p.m. on Sept. 26, 2024. | JFRD via X
September 27, 2024

Jacksonville city offices remain closed after Hurricane Helene

Roads flooded, trees toppled and power lines fell around the city. People were encouraged to stay home as crews cleaned…

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September 26, 2024

UPDATE: Hurricane Helene grows to 120 mph winds

Helene is one of the biggest hurricanes on record, with effects spreading hundreds of miles toward Jacksonville.…

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September 26, 2024

Helene strengthens to 100 mph; wind and flooding likely in Jacksonville

Hurricane Helene, with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph, is on the verge of becoming a Category 3 hurricane as…

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September 25, 2024

Helene’s hurricane winds could reach Duval County

Northeast Florida is under a tropical storm warning, but hurricane-force winds from Helene are possible in western Duval County.…

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September 24, 2024

Tropical Storm Helene grows; First Coast prepares

Northeast Florida is preparing for high winds and possibly heavy rain as Tropical Storm Helene gains strength.…

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September 24, 2024

Potential Hurricane Helene could slam Florida on Thursday

Helene is expected to bring tropical storm winds and possibly heavy rain to Northeast Florida.…

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September 23, 2024

Tropical system develops in Caribbean: What do we know?

A tropical system in the western Caribbean has a 50% of development over the next two days.…

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August 28, 2024

More moisture coming for Labor Day Weekend

Rain chances are likely to increase across the northern half of Florida by Monday as a cold front approaches.…

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August 23, 2024

What is a tsunami? Could it happen along the East Coast?

Tsunamis can happen pretty much anywhere where the ocean’s floor moves.…

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August 16, 2024

Rare cold front brings a less humid, sunnier weekend

North Florida will still be humid, but not the oppressive humidity we’ve had for two months.…

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August 15, 2024

Hurricane Ernesto could bring dangerous surf to Florida

Ernesto is a large and powerful hurricane that will churn up the seas. Eventually, this movement will reach Florida’s coastline.…

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August 6, 2024

Florida after Debby: How’s the forecast this week?

Expect rounds of thunderstorms that could sometimes be strong as rain bands associated with Debbie pass over the area.…

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August 5, 2024

What’s next as Tropical Storm Debby creeps out of Florida?

Jacksonville could still receive 8 to 10 inches of rain as Debby moves up the Southeast coast.…

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August 1, 2024

Debby to bring heavy rain, risk of tornadoes, strong winds Monday

The tropical wave, labeled Invest 97L, is likely to develop over the next seven days.…

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July 19, 2024

Florida Tropical Training Week: Get prepared with the pros

Meteorologists from the National Weather Service will prepare workshop participants for the most active weeks of this hurricane season.…

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July 12, 2024

Tropical disturbance brews east of Florida

The disturbance has a low chance of developing, but rain and thunderstorms are likely in the Southeast.…

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June 28, 2024

Saharan dust takes over tropics, but 2 systems advance

A storm system labeled Invest 95 is moving into an area conducive for development.…

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June 21, 2024

Tropical disturbance inches toward Northeast Florida

The system has a medium chance of becoming a tropical system. Expect rainfall totals of around 2 inches and gusty…

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June 5, 2024

Record heat returns to Florida, followed by big rain

With high humidity, temperatures will feel like 105 to 110 degrees.…

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May 31, 2024

Hurricane season: The terms you must know

Knowing basic critical terms could save you lots of time and worries, as well as avoid any confusion in hyped…

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May 29, 2024

Drought worsens in some areas. Is rainy season here yet?

The rainy season in North Florida runs from late May to late September.…

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May 24, 2024

Up to 13 hurricanes predicted for 2024 season

The National Hurricane Center predicts 17 to 25 named storms this year, making the 2024 hurricane season one for the…

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May 9, 2024

Heat index could hit triple digits in Jacksonville

Temperatures this week could be the hottest of the year across the Sunshine State, hitting mid- to upper-90s in North…