Jacksonville Weather Alert: Gusty North Winds Up to 45 MPH Through Early Sunday Morning
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA — Strong north winds are sweeping across northeast Florida and southeast Georgia this weekend, with gusts expected to reach up to 45 mph through early Sunday morning. The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has extended its Wind Advisory until 5 a.m. Sunday, affecting Duval, Flagler, St. Johns, Nassau, and Glynn counties.
Strong Winds and Coastal Impacts
According to forecasters, sustained winds between 15 and 25 mph with frequent gusts up to 45 mph will persist along the Atlantic coastline through Saturday night. The tight pressure gradient driving these winds is also creating high surf and minor coastal flooding in low-lying areas.
Beach erosion remains a concern for communities along the First Coast, including St. Augustine, Palm Coast, and Fernandina Beach, where waves and winds will be strongest near high tide. Residents are urged to secure outdoor items, such as patio furniture, Halloween decorations, and garbage bins, before winds peak late Saturday afternoon.
Travel and Power Safety Concerns
The Florida Highway Patrol has issued reminders for drivers of high-profile vehicles, including trucks and RVs, to use extra caution on Interstate 95 and A1A, where crosswinds could make travel hazardous.
Local power companies are preparing for isolated outages as strong gusts may bring down small branches or loose debris. NWS Jacksonville meteorologists said the windiest areas will be coastal and bridge locations, especially near Jekyll Island, Fernandina Beach, and St. Augustine.
Outlook: Winds Ease by Sunday Morning
Conditions are expected to gradually improve by daybreak Sunday, as winds diminish and skies clear across the region. Temperatures will begin to moderate Sunday afternoon, providing a calm and sunny finish to the weekend.
Forecasters say another breezy day is possible midweek, but no major storm systems are on the horizon at this time.
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