Jacksonville, Fla. – Strong rip currents and coastal flooding could threaten Northeast Florida as storms build through Tuesday, creating travel and beach hazards. Drivers along A1A and nearby coastal roads should prepare for possible closures Tuesday night into early Wednesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, a Coastal Flood Advisory takes effect at 6 p.m. Tuesday and lasts until 5 a.m. Wednesday. A High Rip Current Risk is also in place for Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia beaches through late Tuesday night, making swimming dangerous even for experienced swimmers.
Minor flooding could affect lots, parks, and low-lying roads during high tide cycles. Isolated closures are possible on heavily traveled routes like A1A. Authorities urge drivers not to attempt crossing barricades or standing water, which can hide dangerous depths.
Beachgoers should avoid swimming without a lifeguard present. If caught in a rip current, float and swim parallel to the shore until free. Emergency officials stress that ignoring advisories could put lives at risk.
Thunderstorms will build Tuesday with gusts near 30 mph and locally heavy rain. Storm chances linger into Wednesday before conditions ease later in the week.
Five-Day Forecast for Jacksonville, FL
- Tuesday: Showers and storms likely, high near 80. Coastal Flood Advisory in effect.
- Tuesday Night: Storms taper to showers, low near 73. Flooding possible.
- Wednesday: Showers likely early, breezy with a high near 82.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, drier with highs near 83.
- Friday: Lower storm chance, high near 83 under partly sunny skies.
