Headline:
Wind Advisory issued January 6 at 10:07AM EST until January 6 at 4:00PM EST by NWS Jacksonville FL
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
January 6, 2025 - 7:07am
Expires:
January 6, 2025 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with
frequent gusts up to 40 mph. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing
temperatures as low as 30 expected. For the Cold Weather Advisory,
very cold wind chills as low as 24 expected.
* WHERE...Portions of northeast and northern Florida.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For
the Freeze Warning, from 4 AM to 9 AM EST Tuesday. For the Cold
Weather Advisory, from 4 AM to 8 AM EST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The
cold wind chills as low as 25 degrees could result in hypothermia
or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Appropriate action
should be taken to ensure tender vegetation and outdoor pets have
adequate protection from the cold temperatures. Young children,
the elderly and the homeless are especially vulnerable to the
cold. Take measures to protect them.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure
portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills
inside.
Take measures to protect young children, the elderly and the
homeless. To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or
allow them to drip slowly. Take steps now to protect tender plants
from the cold.
Area Description:
Suwannee; Baker; Inland Nassau; Union; Bradford; Gilchrist; Eastern Hamilton; Eastern Alachua; Western Hamilton; Trout River; Western Clay; Western Alachua; Northern Columbia; Southeastern Columbia; Western Duval; Southwestern Columbia
Forcast Office:
NWS Jacksonville FL