Jacksonville, Florida – Strong winds and subfreezing temperatures are forecast across northeast Florida and southeast Georgia, prompting multiple weather alerts through Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Jacksonville, a Wind Advisory remains in effect until 6 p.m. EST Sunday for portions of northern and northeast Florida and southeast Georgia. Northwest winds of 15 to 25 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 45 mph.
The advisory includes communities such as Macclenny, Jasper, Waycross, Kingsland, Douglas, Folkston, Jesup and St. Simons, among many others across the region.
Forecasters warn that gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects, down tree limbs and cause isolated power outages. Drivers of high-profile vehicles should use extra caution, especially on open roadways and bridges.
A Freeze Warning will take effect from midnight Sunday night until 9 a.m. EST Monday, with temperatures dropping as low as 30 degrees. A Freeze Watch remains in effect from late Monday night through Tuesday morning, when temperatures could fall to 25 degrees in some inland areas.
Officials urge residents to protect tender vegetation, outdoor pets and exposed pipes. Young children, older adults and people without adequate shelter are considered especially vulnerable during freezing conditions.
The combination of wind and cold may create hazardous early-morning conditions for commuters and students across the region Monday and Tuesday.
Residents are advised to secure outdoor objects, wrap or drain exposed pipes and monitor updated forecasts as conditions develop.
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