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A worker takes a water break under the sun. The Florida Legislature earlier this year passed a law that restricts local governments from creating tougher heat protections for workers. | Jacksonville Today file photo
April 26, 2024

Weather Service debuts experimental ‘heat risk’ index

The Heat Risk Index identifies unusual heat for individual locations, matching data on heat illnesses with temperatures.…

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April 10, 2024

Severe storms and flash flooding possible on Thursday

As storms track across the state, the squall line will be capable of generating damaging wind gusts or 60 mph…

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Colorado State University predicts 23 named storms this year and 11 hurricanes.
April 5, 2024

Forecasters predict ‘very, very busy’ hurricane season

Researchers at Colorado State University are projecting 23 named storms and 11 hurricanes, including five major hurricanes.…

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April 2, 2024

Strong spring storm system moves toward Jacksonville

Scattered strong to severe thunderstorms are expected to move toward Jacksonville near sunrise Wednesday, with a slight possibility of 60…

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March 29, 2024

Record-setting hurricane season forecast for 2024

AccuWeather says there are signs the first named system could appear before hurricane season kicks off in June.…

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March 27, 2024

Severe storms and flooding threaten North Florida

Showers and thunderstorms with heavy rain will be possible all day Wednesday before showers move out of the area Thursday.…

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March 21, 2024

Heavy rain headed toward Florida starting Friday

Northeast Florida could receive 1 to 2 inches of rain as several rounds of storms hit Florida on Friday and…

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March 8, 2024

Severe thunderstorms possible in North Florida

Small hail, high winds and a few tornadoes are possible Saturday. Heavy rain could lead to flash flooding.…

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February 8, 2024

National Hurricane Center releases new forecast cone

The National Hurricane Center will implement a new experimental cone graphic to display critical watches and warnings for inland counties…

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Colorado State University predicts 23 named storms this year and 11 hurricanes.
February 5, 2024

Florida observes Severe Weather Awareness Week

The campaign aims to share information on how to prepare and respond to natural disasters.…

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February 2, 2024

Flash flooding and severe storms possible over weekend

A few rounds of heavy rain with embedded thunderstorms will move across the state, beginning Saturday afternoon.…

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February 2, 2024

El Niño and rainy winter could dampen wildfire season

El Niño causes an uptick in wintertime storms across Florida and above-average precipitation, which in turn can suppress wildfire activity.…

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January 19, 2024

North Florida could see lowest temperatures in a year

By Saturday night, lows in the 20s are possible along and north of Interstate 10. Temperatures should begin to rebound…

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January 9, 2024

Squall line moves east toward Jacksonville

Tornadoes and straight-line winds between 60 and 80 mph remain possible. with a risk during traffic hours.…

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January 8, 2024

First Coast schools close as severe storms approach

Baker, Clay, Duval and Nassau schools all plan to close. St. Johns County schools will dismiss an hour early.…

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December 22, 2023

White Christmas in Florida? It’s never happened

It has never snowed on Christmas in Florida, but it’s possible under the right conditions.…

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December 15, 2023

Nor’easter will bring heavy rain and winds this weekend

Heavy rainfall and wind gusts in excess of 35 mph are expected across portions of Florida from Saturday evening through…

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November 21, 2023

Thanksgiving outlook: Storms and cooler temperatures

Downpours and gusty thunderstorms could affect Thanksgiving travel across parts of Florida. A cold front that extends from a stronger…

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October 3, 2023

Canadian wildfires send dangerous smoke to Florida

A smoky haze can be seen over much of Florida, including the First Coast. Air quality in some areas has reached…

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September 27, 2023

Strong El Niño could bring warm, wet weather by winter

NOAA’s updated weather outlook indicates a slightly increased confidence of a strong El Niño event.…

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A JEA water pump sits at the ready at the corner of Landon Avenue and San Marco Boulevard in San Marco.
September 27, 2022

#AskJAXTDY | Answering your local Hurricane Ian questions

The Jacksonville Today team is answering storm prep questions ahead of Hurricane Ian making landfall on Florida’s west coast tomorrow.…

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September 11, 2020

TV weathercasters could be key to climate action

Local weathercasters are well positioned to help educate the public on climate change, which researchers say is necessary before people…