Jacksonville, FL – A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for North Florida through 9 p.m. Monday as strong storms push east across the Southeast.
According to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center, a fast-moving squall line is expected to bring damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph and the possibility of isolated tornadoes. The watch extends across portions of southern and southeast Georgia, central and southern South Carolina, and nearby coastal waters.
Cities including Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Valdosta, and Charleston are under heightened risk as storms surge through the region. The strongest winds are likely to occur within surging sections of the storm line, where embedded rotations could produce brief tornadoes.
Residents are urged to remain indoors during warnings and secure loose outdoor items. Drivers should avoid flooded roads and be cautious of falling debris during high winds.
This storm activity comes during a period of seasonal transition, when Gulf moisture frequently fuels severe weather outbreaks across the region. While not unusual for early spring, storms of this strength can still pose significant hazards.
Monitor NOAA weather radio or local alerts for real-time warnings as conditions develop rapidly into Monday evening.
