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LIVE: Texas officials give update on search efforts and response to devastating floods

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE


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How Americans think the government should respond to natural disasters, according to recent polls

Read full article: How Americans think the government should respond to natural disasters, according to recent polls

Most U.S. adults who've experienced major flooding in the past five years think climate change was at least a partial cause.

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Timeline raises questions over how Texas officials handled warnings before the deadly July 4 flood

Read full article: Timeline raises questions over how Texas officials handled warnings before the deadly July 4 flood

Officials in Texas are facing mounting questions about whether they did enough to get people out of harm’s way before a flash flood swept down the Guadalupe River and killed more than 100 people, including at least 27 children and counselors at an all-girls Christian camp.

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A deadly 1987 flood scarred the same Texas county that is reeling through another disaster

Read full article: A deadly 1987 flood scarred the same Texas county that is reeling through another disaster

The Guadalupe River has a history of terrible, fatal floods.

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LIVE RADAR: Storms moving in for NE Florida and SE Georgia

Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Storms moving in for NE Florida and SE Georgia

Storms will continue through sunset

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Weekend tornadoes kill 6 in North Dakota and New York, toss trees and train cars

Read full article: Weekend tornadoes kill 6 in North Dakota and New York, toss trees and train cars

Six people died over the weekend when tornadoes wreaked havoc in New York and North Dakota.

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A tornado that swept through a rural town in North Dakota left at least 3 people dead

Read full article: A tornado that swept through a rural town in North Dakota left at least 3 people dead

Three people are dead and a regional airport has been heavily damaged after powerful winds including a tornado swept across the upper U.S. Midwest.

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Live Radar: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Glynn, Camden counties

Read full article: Live Radar: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Glynn, Camden counties

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of Northeastern Nassau County in northeastern Florida, Camden County in southeastern Georgia and Southeastern Glynn County in southeastern Georgia.

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National Weather Service confirms EF-0 tornado in St. Johns County

Read full article: National Weather Service confirms EF-0 tornado in St. Johns County

During severe storms that slammed various areas in Northeast Florida, cameras caught a glimpse of what looked like a tornado forming in St. Johns County.

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Showers, thunderstorms pushing through Northeast Florida

Read full article: Showers, thunderstorms pushing through Northeast Florida

A Severe Thunderstorm Warning was issued for Clay, Duval and St. Johns counties until 5:15 p.m.

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It’s Memorial Day, what are you up to?

Read full article: It’s Memorial Day, what are you up to?

Highs in the 90s

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LIVE RADAR: Thunderstorms moving through Flagler, Putnam counties, flood advisory

Read full article: LIVE RADAR: Thunderstorms moving through Flagler, Putnam counties, flood advisory

Parts of Putnam and Flagler Counties, heading towards beaches until 4:30 PM

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Thunderstorms arrive: Airport Weather Warning Issued

Read full article: Thunderstorms arrive: Airport Weather Warning Issued

Severe thunderstorm warning

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What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death

Read full article: What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death

Experts say planning before a tornado threatens is key for staying safe.

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Severe weather leaves at least 27 dead, including 18 in Kentucky

Read full article: Severe weather leaves at least 27 dead, including 18 in Kentucky

Severe storms across parts of the U.S. Midwest and South have left at least 27 people dead.

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Forecasters warn of fire risk amid low humidity, wind gusts as Pine Barrens fire burns

Read full article: Forecasters warn of fire risk amid low humidity, wind gusts as Pine Barrens fire burns

Forecasters are warning of low humidity and gusty wind increased the risk fire could spread across parts of New Jersey, Philadelphia and its suburbs and Delaware as firefighters continued to battled a vast wildfire in the Pine Barrens.

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National Weather Service to resume translating its products for non-English speakers

Read full article: National Weather Service to resume translating its products for non-English speakers

The National Weather Service will resume translating its products for non-English speakers.

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Another day in the 80s

Read full article: Another day in the 80s

Dry for most, could see some action in SE GA though

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National Weather Service no longer translating products for non-English speakers

Read full article: National Weather Service no longer translating products for non-English speakers

The National Weather Service is no longer providing translations of its products after its contract with an artificial intelligence company was allowed to lapse.

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Swollen rivers are flooding towns in the US South after a prolonged deluge of rain

Read full article: Swollen rivers are flooding towns in the US South after a prolonged deluge of rain

Rivers rose and flooding worsened across the U.S. South and Midwest, threatening communities already waterlogged and badly damaged by days of heavy rain and storms that killed at least 23 people.

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Another dry, hot day ahead- but rain is coming

Read full article: Another dry, hot day ahead- but rain is coming

Let's prepare for tomorrow!

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At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash from Texas to Ohio

Read full article: At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash from Texas to Ohio

Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding has come for parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of severe storms that also spawned some deadly tornadoes.

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Nearly half of National Weather Service offices have 20% vacancy rates, and experts say it's a risk

Read full article: Nearly half of National Weather Service offices have 20% vacancy rates, and experts say it's a risk

Data obtained by The Associated Press shows that close to half of the local National Weather Service forecast offices have 20% vacancy rates as severe weather chugs across the nation’s heartland.

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South and Midwest pounded by rains and floods while still reeling from tornadoes

Read full article: South and Midwest pounded by rains and floods while still reeling from tornadoes

Parts of the Midwest and South have been battered by torrential rains and life-threatening flash floods.

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1 person dead as violent storms, including tornadoes, wallop Midwest and South

Read full article: 1 person dead as violent storms, including tornadoes, wallop Midwest and South

Tornadoes and violent storms have struck parts of the South and Midwest, killing at least one person, knocking down power lines and trees, ripping roofs off of homes and shooting debris thousands of feet into the air.

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3 kids killed in Michigan when tree hits vehicle during weekend storm

Read full article: 3 kids killed in Michigan when tree hits vehicle during weekend storm

Three people who died in Michigan after a tree struck their vehicle were children.

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Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts balloon launches

Read full article: Experts say US weather forecasts will worsen as DOGE cuts balloon launches

With massive job cuts, the National Weather Service is reducing vital weather balloon launches in eight northern locations.

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Blizzard conditions hit the Midwest while wildfires and tornadoes threaten Central US

Read full article: Blizzard conditions hit the Midwest while wildfires and tornadoes threaten Central US

Another storm system is affecting millions of people in the middle of the U.S. Parts of the Midwest and Great Plains faced blizzard conditions Wednesday and a broad swath of neighboring states are at risk of high winds and wildfires.

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Big March storm fans wildfires and kills 3 as forecasters fear weekend tornado outbreak

Read full article: Big March storm fans wildfires and kills 3 as forecasters fear weekend tornado outbreak

A sprawling storm system crossing the U.S. has caused deadly crashes, damaged buildings and fanned more than 100 wildfires in several central states, prompting evacuation orders in some communities.

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March megastorm may bring blizzards, tornadoes, flooding and even fires across much of US

Read full article: March megastorm may bring blizzards, tornadoes, flooding and even fires across much of US

More than 100 million people in the U.S. are in the path of an expected massive March storm starting Friday.

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A perfect forecast for The Players, with some potential thunderstorms expected for Sunday

Read full article: A perfect forecast for The Players, with some potential thunderstorms expected for Sunday

Enjoy the week full of sunshine, and 80s today!

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Tornado touches down, flips big rig, demolishes home in Central Florida

Read full article: Tornado touches down, flips big rig, demolishes home in Central Florida

A tornado touched down Monday in Seminole County, collapsing a home in Longwood and overturning a tractor-trailer in Lake Mary, officials told WKMG in Orlando.

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Weather Impact Day continues as rain, storms start the day

Read full article: Weather Impact Day continues as rain, storms start the day

Be safe on your commute this morning

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Powerful US storms kill 2 and bring threats from critical fire weather to blizzard conditions

Read full article: Powerful US storms kill 2 and bring threats from critical fire weather to blizzard conditions

Powerful storms have killed two people in Mississippi, torn the roofs off an apartment building and a nursing home in Oklahoma and threatened communities across the nation.

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A chilly start today, but storms on the horizon

Read full article: A chilly start today, but storms on the horizon

Wednesday is going to be a stormy day

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Hundreds of weather forecasters fired in latest wave of DOGE cuts

Read full article: Hundreds of weather forecasters fired in latest wave of DOGE cuts

Hundreds of weather forecasters and other federal National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration employees on probationary status have been fired, lawmakers and weather experts say.

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NWS will be tracking tropical trouble sooner, giving coastal communities longer to prepare

Read full article: NWS will be tracking tropical trouble sooner, giving coastal communities longer to prepare

The National Hurricane Center will extend track cone advisories for Potential Tropical Cyclones up to a full day earlier than before.

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February in Northeast Florida: A record heat that a freeze will break

Read full article: February in Northeast Florida: A record heat that a freeze will break

As we close out February, with one week left, the forecast is chilly with the coldest temperatures this month sinking into our region Friday morning.

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Arctic air sweeping south over Plains shatters record temperatures in North Dakota

Read full article: Arctic air sweeping south over Plains shatters record temperatures in North Dakota

Arctic air gripping the Plains has broken cold-weather records in North Dakota.

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At least 9 people are dead, including 8 in Kentucky, in latest blast of winter weather

Read full article: At least 9 people are dead, including 8 in Kentucky, in latest blast of winter weather

At least nine people have died in the most recent round of harsh weather to pummel the U.S., including eight people in Kentucky.

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Eastern U.S. braces for flooding while fire-damaged California city now faces mudslides

Read full article: Eastern U.S. braces for flooding while fire-damaged California city now faces mudslides

Much of the Eastern U.S. braced for a renewed round of harsh, soggy weather on Saturday, with thunderstorms and melting snow combining to pound the Ohio and Tennessee valleys.

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Heavy rain pummels slide-prone Southern California as crashes close roads in the Northwest

Read full article: Heavy rain pummels slide-prone Southern California as crashes close roads in the Northwest

Heavy rain is falling across Southern California, creating deluges of water and mud on roads at the bottom of hillsides left barren by recent wildfires.

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Jacksonville airport reopens with more than 40 flights canceled after winter storm

Read full article: Jacksonville airport reopens with more than 40 flights canceled after winter storm

The Jacksonville International Airport reopened Wednesday at noon after the winter storm prompted its closure Tuesday evening.

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Snow in Jacksonville! Residents in Northeast Florida wake up to snow Wednesday as winter storm moves out

Read full article: Snow in Jacksonville! Residents in Northeast Florida wake up to snow Wednesday as winter storm moves out

It was a unique morning Wednesday as many in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia woke up to snow and a mix of winter precipitation!

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Have you seen snowfall in Northeast Florida or Southeast Georgia? NWS Jacksonville needs your help to know how much

Read full article: Have you seen snowfall in Northeast Florida or Southeast Georgia? NWS Jacksonville needs your help to know how much

As snow continued to fall Wednesday morning across parts of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida, the National Weather Service Jacksonville asked residents for help.

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‘Once in a lifetime’ snow hits parts of the U.S. South

Read full article: ‘Once in a lifetime’ snow hits parts of the U.S. South

A winter storm sweeping through the U.S. South on Tuesday was dumping snow at levels millions of residents haven’t seen before.

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How Southeast Georgia is preparing for dangerous winter storm: County-by-county

Read full article: How Southeast Georgia is preparing for dangerous winter storm: County-by-county

Freezing temperatures could create dangerous icy conditions on the roads, and Southeast Georgia counties are preparing for the worst.

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Sweaters, sunshine, and some snowflakes

Read full article: Sweaters, sunshine, and some snowflakes

The National Weather Service has issued a series of winter weather notices. Here’s how they break down.

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Wildfires latest: A final round of dangerous fire weather and dry conditions is in the forecast

Read full article: Wildfires latest: A final round of dangerous fire weather and dry conditions is in the forecast

Millions of Southern Californians were on edge as winds began picking up during a final round of dangerous fire weather forecast for the region where two massive blazes have killed at least 25 and destroyed thousands of homes.

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Dire fire warning for LA area pushed back as winds ease

Read full article: Dire fire warning for LA area pushed back as winds ease

Easing winds have delivered a brief but much-needed reprieve to firefighters as they battle two massive blazes in the Los Angeles area.

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'PDS' warnings were made to grab attention in tornadoes, hurricanes, and now wildfires

Read full article: 'PDS' warnings were made to grab attention in tornadoes, hurricanes, and now wildfires

The National Weather Service’s Los Angeles page screams ‘Particularly Dangerous Situation’ in hot pink letters against a gray background.

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Freeze Warning, Cold Weather Advisory issued for early Thursday

Read full article: Freeze Warning, Cold Weather Advisory issued for early Thursday

30s to start, bring out the heavy coats!

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Dangerously high winds force Biden to cancel event announcing two new national monuments

Read full article: Dangerously high winds force Biden to cancel event announcing two new national monuments

Dangerously high winds have forced President Joe Biden to cancel a trip to the Eastern Coachella Valley to announce the creation of two new national monuments.

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Much colder weather set to arrive tonight; frost and freezes possible in coming days

Read full article: Much colder weather set to arrive tonight; frost and freezes possible in coming days

It was cold on the first morning of 2025, but things are about to get much colder starting Wednesday night.

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Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi kill 2 and injure 6 as severe weather system moves east

Read full article: Tornadoes in Texas and Mississippi kill 2 and injure 6 as severe weather system moves east

A strong storm system is threatening to whip up tornadoes in parts of the U.S. Southeast, a day after severe weather claimed at least two lives as twisters touched down in Texas and Mississippi.

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Powerful thunderstorms threaten Texas and Louisiana, delaying holiday travel

Read full article: Powerful thunderstorms threaten Texas and Louisiana, delaying holiday travel

Parts of Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas are under severe weather watches as the National Weather Service predicts a storm system in the Gulf of Mexico could bring high winds, hail and possible tornadoes to the region.

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Powerful thunderstorms rumble across Texas, delaying holiday travel

Read full article: Powerful thunderstorms rumble across Texas, delaying holiday travel

Severe thunderstorms are firing up in parts of Texas and could trigger high winds, hail and potential tornadoes.

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Hurricane-force winds bear down on California, latest in stretch of extreme weather

Read full article: Hurricane-force winds bear down on California, latest in stretch of extreme weather

California has been hit hard by extreme weather over the past several weeks.

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California residents on edge as high surf and flooding threats persist on Christmas Eve

Read full article: California residents on edge as high surf and flooding threats persist on Christmas Eve

Persistent high surf and flooding threats along California's coast have residents on high alert a day after a major storm was blamed for one man's death and the partial collapse of a pier.

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National Weather Service renames Hard Freeze, Wind Chill advisories

Read full article: National Weather Service renames Hard Freeze, Wind Chill advisories

So far, December has been one of the coldest months, with several arctic blasts reaching as far south as Florida. Although winter officially began on December 21st, according to the Almanac Calendar, winter arrived early.

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Storms encase Iowa and eastern Nebraska in ice and generate first tornado warning in San Francisco

Read full article: Storms encase Iowa and eastern Nebraska in ice and generate first tornado warning in San Francisco

A major ice storm has created treacherous driving conditions across Iowa and eastern Nebraska and prompted temporary closures of Interstate 80 after numerous cars and trucks slid off the road.

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Bone-chilling cold returns to the Midwest in the wake of a storm that soaked the East Coast

Read full article: Bone-chilling cold returns to the Midwest in the wake of a storm that soaked the East Coast

A storm that swept up the East Coast that brought torrents of rain and high winds caused some misery for New England ski resort operators.

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What to know about Northern California's rare tsunami warning

Read full article: What to know about Northern California's rare tsunami warning

A rare and brief tsunami warning tested city and county responses in Northern California after a 7.0 magnitude earthquake shook part of the state.

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Jacksonville announces 2024 warming center plan for extreme cold conditions

Read full article: Jacksonville announces 2024 warming center plan for extreme cold conditions

The City of Jacksonville’s Extreme Cold Task Force has finalized its 2024 Warming Center Contingency Plan. This plan aims to provide relief for residents and visitors during extreme cold conditions

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Coldest start to December in 150 years, a slight warm-up Thursday morning

Read full article: Coldest start to December in 150 years, a slight warm-up Thursday morning

In case you didn’t realize it, the first four days of December have started off with freezing temperatures which is the first time this has happened in almost 150 years, according to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville.

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Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across US during Thanksgiving week

Read full article: Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across US during Thanksgiving week

Forecasters in the U.S. have warned of another round of wintry weather that could complicate travel leading up to Thanksgiving.

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High winds and chilly temperatures bring fire danger to North Central Florida

Read full article: High winds and chilly temperatures bring fire danger to North Central Florida

Not only are we feeling the chill on Friday, the dry air and breezy conditions could lead to wildfires.

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What to know about a storm bringing high winds, heavy rain, snow to California and Pacific Northwest

Read full article: What to know about a storm bringing high winds, heavy rain, snow to California and Pacific Northwest

One of the strongest storms on the West Coast in decades knocked out power for thousands of people and unleashed strong winds that toppled trees and left two dead in Washington before making its way through Oregon to Northern California.

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'Bomb cyclone' brings high winds and soaking rain to Northern California and Pacific Northwest

Read full article: 'Bomb cyclone' brings high winds and soaking rain to Northern California and Pacific Northwest

What is expected to be one of the strongest storms in the northwest U.S. in decades has arrived.

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NYC declares a drought watch and asks residents to conserve water

Read full article: NYC declares a drought watch and asks residents to conserve water

New York’s mayor is urging residents to take shorter showers, fix leaky faucets and otherwise conserve water.

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Jax Beach Ocean Rescue urges beachgoers to stay out of the water amid extreme hazards, strong rip current advisory

Read full article: Jax Beach Ocean Rescue urges beachgoers to stay out of the water amid extreme hazards, strong rip current advisory

A high-pressure system, along with a Nor Easter, is sitting on top of Florida, creating extreme hazards, high surf, and strong currents along the Florida coastlines. For that reason, Jacksonville Beach Ocean Rescue is urging beachgoers not to swim in the ocean this weekend due to the strong currents and high winds.

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EF3 tornado destroys new South Florida Publix, homes built to withstand major hurricanes

Read full article: EF3 tornado destroys new South Florida Publix, homes built to withstand major hurricanes

The National Weather Service confirmed an EF3 tornado touched down in the far western portion of Palm Beach Gardens and caused the damage.

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Evacuation order lifted, beach closure rescinded in Nassau County as high tide recedes

Read full article: Evacuation order lifted, beach closure rescinded in Nassau County as high tide recedes

Increased storm surge in Nassau County is expected to peak around 2:46 p.m. on Thursday. Those in Zones A and D are encouraged to evacuate immediately.

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The Latest: Hurricane Milton weakens to Category 1, but danger remains in Florida

Read full article: The Latest: Hurricane Milton weakens to Category 1, but danger remains in Florida

Hurricane Milton is bringing powerful winds, a storm surge and flooding to much of Florida after making landfall along the Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm.

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Crane falls into St. Petersburg high-rise building during Hurricane Milton

Read full article: Crane falls into St. Petersburg high-rise building during Hurricane Milton

St. Petersburg Fire Rescue confirmed one collapse late Wednesday about six blocks from the city’s pier. There were no reports of injuries.

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Multiple tornadoes touch down in South Florida before Hurricane Milton makes landfall

Read full article: Multiple tornadoes touch down in South Florida before Hurricane Milton makes landfall

Among the catastrophic threat of pounding rains, severe flooding, life-threatening storm surges and strong winds, lies the additional possibility of tornadoes spinning off from Hurricane Milton.

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Clay County gives updates on sandbags, debris pickup & more ahead of Hurricane Milton

Read full article: Clay County gives updates on sandbags, debris pickup & more ahead of Hurricane Milton

Clay County officials urge residents to prepare as soon as possible as flooding is a major concern for Hurricane Milton.

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A toddler died in Duval County when a tree fell on a home during Hurricane Helene, new NWS report says

Read full article: A toddler died in Duval County when a tree fell on a home during Hurricane Helene, new NWS report says

The ten page county impacts report was released late Wednesday night by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville and the impact, based on data, is staggering.

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Hurricane Helene temporarily knocked out severe weather radars in Jacksonville, NWS had to go to backup

Read full article: Hurricane Helene temporarily knocked out severe weather radars in Jacksonville, NWS had to go to backup

Hurricane Helene knocked out power to 4.5 million Americans across the lower South Eastern U.S., leaving the National Weather Service stranded.

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Sizzling stress: The hazards of extreme heat

Read full article: Sizzling stress: The hazards of extreme heat

The National Weather Service says extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths, killing more people in the U.S. than any other weather phenomenon in 2023.

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Trump slams US response to Helene. His own disaster-response record is marked by politics

Read full article: Trump slams US response to Helene. His own disaster-response record is marked by politics

Former President Donald Trump is criticizing the Biden administration’s response to widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, even as his supporters call for cuts to federal agencies that warn of weather disasters and deliver relief to hard-hit communities.

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Hurricane Helene is unusual — but it's not an example of the Fujiwhara Effect

Read full article: Hurricane Helene is unusual — but it's not an example of the Fujiwhara Effect

Hurricane Helene is expected to make landfall on Florida’s northwestern coast and then continue on to torment parts of Georgia, the Carolinas and Tennessee with heavy rain, flash floods and gusty winds.

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Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m. as Hurricane Helene strengthens

Read full article: Tornado Watch issued for Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m. as Hurricane Helene strengthens

The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for all Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m.

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Tornado Warning issued for Columbia, Hamilton counties until 11:30 p.m.

Read full article: Tornado Warning issued for Columbia, Hamilton counties until 11:30 p.m.

The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for all Northeast Florida, Southeast Georgia until 10 p.m.

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Clay County preparing to see effects of Hurricane Helene starting Thursday afternoon

Read full article: Clay County preparing to see effects of Hurricane Helene starting Thursday afternoon

Clay County officials are preparing for what will become Hurricane Helene as it is expected to make landfall in the Florida Panhandle on Thursday.

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Tropical system expected to strengthen near Mexico and Texas and bring heavy rains, forecasters say

Read full article: Tropical system expected to strengthen near Mexico and Texas and bring heavy rains, forecasters say

The National Weather Service says a tropical system in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico was expected to strengthen this week into a tropical storm and dump heavy rains onto Mexico and Texas before reaching the U.S. as a potential hurricane.

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A unique behind-the-scenes interview with a Hurricane Hunter meteorologist

Read full article: A unique behind-the-scenes interview with a Hurricane Hunter meteorologist

Hurricane Hunters often spend up to 10 hours in turbulent conditions while collecting data for the National Hurricane Center.

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Flooding concerns have subsided as the rain continues on Saturday

Read full article: Flooding concerns have subsided as the rain continues on Saturday

Early Saturday morning the National Weather Service expired the Flood Watch that has been in effect for the past few days for Glynn, Camden, Nassau, and Duval counties.

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Flood Advisory issued for Southeast Georgia counties as more rain hits the area

Read full article: Flood Advisory issued for Southeast Georgia counties as more rain hits the area

The National Weather Service Jacksonville has issue a Flood Advisory for coastal portions of Camden and Glynn counties. Up to two inches of rain has already fallen due to a stalled band over the region. There’s a possibility for up to two more inches before it weakens.

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From cold towels to early dismissal, people are finding ways to cope with a 2nd day of heat wave

Read full article: From cold towels to early dismissal, people are finding ways to cope with a 2nd day of heat wave

As a heat wave stretched into a second day this week, residents in more than half a dozen states are looking for ways to beat the heat amid hot soupy temperatures approaching triple digits.

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Fair-goers scorched by heartland heat wave take refuge under misters as some schools let out early

Read full article: Fair-goers scorched by heartland heat wave take refuge under misters as some schools let out early

Visitors to the Minnesota State Fair are seeking relief from water misters because of soaring late summer temperatures that also prompted some Midwestern schools to let out early or cancel sports practices.

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Hone weakens to tropical storm and sweeps past Hawaii, dumping enough rain to ease wildfire fears

Read full article: Hone weakens to tropical storm and sweeps past Hawaii, dumping enough rain to ease wildfire fears

Hone passed south of Hawaii and weakened from a hurricane to a tropical storm, dumping so much rain that the National Weather Service called off its red flag warnings that strong winds could lead to wildfires.

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Heat waves, wildfires and now … snow? California endures a summer of extremes

Read full article: Heat waves, wildfires and now … snow? California endures a summer of extremes

The West Coast’s summer has been interrupted by an unusually cold system from the Gulf of Alaska that dropped down through the Pacific Northwest into Northern California.

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More rain, less heat for your Friday, wet weekend ahead

Read full article: More rain, less heat for your Friday, wet weekend ahead

More rain is on the way and below normal highs topping off in the upper 80s. Thunderstorms are likely to develop this afternoon with localized flooding possible, especially in areas that received heavy downpours and accumulation on Thursday.

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Ernesto regains hurricane strength, sends powerful swells, dangerous rip currents to US East Coast

Read full article: Ernesto regains hurricane strength, sends powerful swells, dangerous rip currents to US East Coast

Ernesto has regained hurricane status as the storm churns away from Bermuda and heads farther out into the northeastern Atlantic Ocean.

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Hundreds of miles away, Hurricane Ernesto still affects US beaches with rip currents, house collapse

Read full article: Hundreds of miles away, Hurricane Ernesto still affects US beaches with rip currents, house collapse

Hurricane Ernesto was being felt this weekend along much of the U.S. Eastern Seaboard, even with the storm hundreds of miles offshore and crossing Bermuda.

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The ‘cone of uncertainty’ gets facelift to emphasize inland watches, warnings

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While there currently isn’t a Tropical Cyclone threatening the United States, the new graphic is expected to help the National Weather Service communicate the threat when needed.

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It’s the 7th-straight day with a Heat Advisory in Jacksonville. But a ‘cold front’ is on the way (It will still be HOT)

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Everywhere you go people are talking about the weather, wiping sweat from their brows. It’s truly been a hot, hot summer and we continue to talk about it everyday.

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The Latest: Debby's remnants hit New York and Pennsylvania with heavy rain and severe flooding

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Though no longer a tropical storm, Debby continues lashing the East Coast with heavy rain and flooding as rivers overflow their banks and authorities call on the National Guard to help with high water rescues.

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A new disturbance is making waves in the Atlantic

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The National Hurricane Center is following an area of disturbed weather over the central tropical Atlantic Ocean that will likely interact with an approaching tropical wave over the next few days.

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Weather Authority Weekend streaming show brings latest forecast, experts, fun facts & more

Read full article: Weather Authority Weekend streaming show brings latest forecast, experts, fun facts & more

Understanding the ‘why’ behind the heat index through a conversation with a National Weather Service senior meteorologist.

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