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St. Johns County Marine Rescue shares beach safety tips as heat-related emergencies soar
Read full article: St. Johns County Marine Rescue shares beach safety tips as heat-related emergencies soarWith heat advisories still in effect across Northeast Florida, emergency crews in St. Johns County are keeping busy—not just with water rescues, but heat-related emergencies on the sand.
Naval Station Mayport is under ‘Black Flag’ condition due to extreme heat. What does this mean?
Read full article: Naval Station Mayport is under ‘Black Flag’ condition due to extreme heat. What does this mean?Naval Station Mayport said on Tuesday it was under “Black Flag” condition due to extreme heat. But what does “Black Flag” condition mean?
JEA crews push through Extreme Heat Warning with help from hydration, teamwork, and community
Read full article: JEA crews push through Extreme Heat Warning with help from hydration, teamwork, and communityWith an Extreme Heat Warning in effect and heat index values climbing between 103 and 113 degrees, outdoor crews across Jacksonville are doing everything they can to stay safe—and stay on the job.
Cooling centers to remain open through Wednesday as Jacksonville continues to face extreme heat
Read full article: Cooling centers to remain open through Wednesday as Jacksonville continues to face extreme heatWith “feels like” temperatures ranging from 102 to 110 degrees through the afternoon today, the city of Jacksonville said it will be continuing the operation of its cooling centers on Monday.
Cooling centers to open Sunday as sweltering temperatures expected over the weekend
Read full article: Cooling centers to open Sunday as sweltering temperatures expected over the weekendWith sweltering temperatures expected to soar over the weekend, the city is opening cooling centers on Sunday, July 27.
‘Biggest thing is preparation’: St. Johns County fire crews say staying hydrated day before shift is crucial to success
Read full article: ‘Biggest thing is preparation’: St. Johns County fire crews say staying hydrated day before shift is crucial to successHot weather continues to permeate the Jacksonville area, and while we’ve been telling residents how to stay safe and cool, some professions, like firefighting, make it a little more difficult to accomplish.
Jacksonville opens cooling centers, offers free rides as residents continue to deal with high temperatures
Read full article: Jacksonville opens cooling centers, offers free rides as residents continue to deal with high temperaturesJacksonville residents are facing another sweltering day as the National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory starting at 11 a.m. With temperatures soaring, city officials are urging everyone to take precautions and make use of the resources available to stay safe, including two designated cooling centers for anyone needing relief from the heat.
Jacksonville area faces rainy 4th of July: Tropical weather and heat dominate weekend forecast
Read full article: Jacksonville area faces rainy 4th of July: Tropical weather and heat dominate weekend forecastJacksonville and nearby areas are expected to experience hot temperatures and elevated rain chances through the July 4th weekend as a potential tropical system tracks across Florida. News4JAX's meteorologist covers how this may affect local fireworks and outdoor plans.
LIVE at 10am: Summer pattern brings high temperatures, scattered storms, and beach safety concerns for Jacksonville area
Read full article: LIVE at 10am: Summer pattern brings high temperatures, scattered storms, and beach safety concerns for Jacksonville areaJacksonville is bracing for a stretch of high temperatures and increasing rain chances as a summer pattern sets in.
Jacksonville’s summer solstice brings 90s heat, storm risks: Meteorologist Katie Garner’s forecast
Read full article: Jacksonville’s summer solstice brings 90s heat, storm risks: Meteorologist Katie Garner’s forecastMeteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX's Weather Authority details the summer solstice forecast, expected high temperatures in the 90s, the potential for storms, and important safety advice for outdoor activities in Jacksonville.
LIVE at 10am: Afternoon storms and summer heat on tap as sea breezes shape local weather pattern
Read full article: LIVE at 10am: Afternoon storms and summer heat on tap as sea breezes shape local weather patternAfternoon showers and high humidity are expected to continue across Jacksonville, driven by the Gulf and Atlantic sea breezes.
Jacksonville braces for sizzling 90s and summer showers
Read full article: Jacksonville braces for sizzling 90s and summer showersJacksonville area braces for another week of hot temps in the 90s along with scattered afternoon showers. News4JAX’s meteorologist provides the latest look at who’s getting rain and when, plus tips for staying safe at the beach and planning your week.
Jacksonville braces for scattered storms, steamy weekend
Read full article: Jacksonville braces for scattered storms, steamy weekendNews4JAX's meteorologist breaks down what Jacksonville can expect through the weekend, with a focus on afternoon thunderstorms, rising temperatures, and a persistent summer weather pattern.
Jacksonville braces for scorching heat and thunderstorms this week: What to expect
Read full article: Jacksonville braces for scorching heat and thunderstorms this week: What to expectJacksonville is in for a stretch of hot, humid days with temperatures near 92 degrees, a strong chance for pop-up storms, and important beach safety reminders. Get the latest from News4JAX The Weather Authority.
Half of world's population endured extra month of extreme heat due to climate change, experts say
Read full article: Half of world's population endured extra month of extreme heat due to climate change, experts sayScientists say 4 billion people, about half the world’s population, experienced at least one extra month of extreme heat because of human-caused climate change from May 2024 to May 2025.
Jacksonville braces for storms: News4JAX is tracking afternoon storms
Read full article: Jacksonville braces for storms: News4JAX is tracking afternoon stormsNews4JAX meteorologist Richard Nunn tracks severe thunderstorms and high heat in Jacksonville, with a potential cool down and lower rain chances expected over the weekend. See the latest on what to expect and when to plan your outdoor activities.
No hard feelings, Warriors star Jimmy Butler says, as he prepares for his first game back in Miami
Read full article: No hard feelings, Warriors star Jimmy Butler says, as he prepares for his first game back in MiamiJimmy Butler has been through these first-game-back matchups against former teams before.
The NBA's Southeast Division is struggling. There's still hope for the Hawks, Magic and Heat
Read full article: The NBA's Southeast Division is struggling. There's still hope for the Hawks, Magic and HeatThis fall will mark the 10th anniversary of the NBA changing its playoff rules and not guaranteeing a division champion a top-four seed regardless of their record.
Company breaking ground in Jacksonville wants to build an airplane that can go from NYC to London in 90 minutes
Read full article: Company breaking ground in Jacksonville wants to build an airplane that can go from NYC to London in 90 minutesThe city of Jacksonville is set to break ground on a new hypersonic testing facility on Monday.
It’s the 7th-straight day with a Heat Advisory in Jacksonville. But a ‘cold front’ is on the way (It will still be HOT)
Read full article: It’s the 7th-straight day with a Heat Advisory in Jacksonville. But a ‘cold front’ is on the way (It will still be HOT)Everywhere you go people are talking about the weather, wiping sweat from their brows. It’s truly been a hot, hot summer and we continue to talk about it everyday.
Afternoon storms move through Southern counties, Northeast Florida
Read full article: Afternoon storms move through Southern counties, Northeast FloridaDangerous feels-like temperatures remain until the evening after sunset for all of Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida. Storms with heavy downpours will continue in Putnam, Flagler, and part of St. Johns counties until after sunset.
Extreme heat is impacting most Americans' electricity bills, AP-NORC poll finds
Read full article: Extreme heat is impacting most Americans' electricity bills, AP-NORC poll findsA poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research finds that around 7 in 10 Americans say extreme heat has had a major or minor impact on their electricity bills in the past year, and a majority have seen a similar impact on their outdoor activities.
Scorching streak: Jacksonville near top 10 longest stretches of 90° days
Read full article: Scorching streak: Jacksonville near top 10 longest stretches of 90° daysAs the summer of 2024 blazes on, Jacksonville finds itself in the grip of incessant heat with temperatures soaring to 90 degrees or higher for an unbroken stretch of 28 days and counting.
If you’re feeling the heat, your pets are too! 🐾 Here’s how to keep them safe & cool 😎
Read full article: If you’re feeling the heat, your pets are too! 🐾 Here’s how to keep them safe & cool 😎It’s been unusually hot in Jacksonville, and pets are feeling it, too! The Jacksonville Humane Society is sharing tips on keeping pets safe and cool this summer.
New study shows Jacksonville 8 degrees hotter than most of the planet
Read full article: New study shows Jacksonville 8 degrees hotter than most of the planetNew study on "Urban Heat Index" shows majority of city is 8 degrees hotter than actual temperature. Around 11-thousand live under conditions that are 9 degrees hotter.
How the city plans to use ‘Stadium of the Future’ renovations to reduce Jacksonville’s ‘heat islands’
Read full article: How the city plans to use ‘Stadium of the Future’ renovations to reduce Jacksonville’s ‘heat islands’One of the hottest areas of Jacksonville is in the downtown core. Scientists say it’s hotter there because of building and paving material, lack of greenspace, and population density.
90s for the foreseeable future, rain on the horizon, and Beryl
Read full article: 90s for the foreseeable future, rain on the horizon, and BerylThe 90s are in the forecast for Monday. Our high is 95, with the record set at 101 degrees—but while breaking temperature records isn’t in the cards, feels-like temperatures will make us feel like we’re around 110 degrees in some areas later today.
Feeling like you’re stuck in an oven? You’re not completely wrong about that.
Read full article: Feeling like you’re stuck in an oven? You’re not completely wrong about that.The high heat we’re experiencing right now is considered a heat wave by the National Weather Service based on their definition which “is a period of abnormally hot weather generally lasting more than two days.”
‘Heat can be a killer’: National Weather Service sends warning as temperatures rise
Read full article: ‘Heat can be a killer’: National Weather Service sends warning as temperatures riseHeat exhaustion or heatstroke can develop in a matter of minutes. And those aren't the only things to look out for. Six children have already died in hot cars this year.
Hydrate kids early to help them stay in the game when the heat is on
Read full article: Hydrate kids early to help them stay in the game when the heat is onTo help children stay in the game and keep cool, Dr. Richard So, a pediatrician with Cleveland Clinic Children’s, suggests hydrating long before they take the field.
Hot! Hot! Hot! Scorching temps are here to stay. Here’s how to prepare for the extreme heat.
Read full article: Hot! Hot! Hot! Scorching temps are here to stay. Here’s how to prepare for the extreme heat.If you’re tired of the extreme heat, it’s probably best to get ready for some more because it’s likely not going anywhere any time soon.
Recent events that indicate Earth's climate has entered uncharted territory
Read full article: Recent events that indicate Earth's climate has entered uncharted territoryScientists say global heat that inched into worrisome new territory this week is a clear example of how pollutants released by humans are warming their environment.
Jacksonville’s first heat advisory sets tone for rest of summer
Read full article: Jacksonville’s first heat advisory sets tone for rest of summerJacksonville went under its first heat advisory of the summer Tuesday. The air temp was 98 degrees. The heat index: was 110 degrees, that's the top 25 hottest heat index for the month of June, according to Chief Meteorologist Richard Nunn.
Lakers, Heat surging in series through defensive superiority
Read full article: Lakers, Heat surging in series through defensive superiorityThe NBA just completed its highest-scoring regular season in 53 years, with its teams scoring a record 282,127 points while a record 20 players made at least 200 3-pointers.
Doctors at Jacksonville animal critical care facility seeing more dogs suffering from heat stroke
Read full article: Doctors at Jacksonville animal critical care facility seeing more dogs suffering from heat strokeDoctors at a 24-hour animal critical care center in Jacksonville say they’re seeing an increase in the number of dogs suffering from heat stroke coming into the emergency room.
The most common reasons A/C units fail & what you can do to prevent them
Read full article: The most common reasons A/C units fail & what you can do to prevent themNews4JAX talked with a local air conditioning company about the most common reasons A/C units fail — and what you can do to prevent them.
List: Here’s where you can cool off in Jacksonville during extreme heat
Read full article: List: Here’s where you can cool off in Jacksonville during extreme heatWith a heat advisory in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday, the city of Jacksonville has multiple locations open to the public that offer air conditioning or other ways to cool off in extreme heat.
Feel-like temperatures hit triple digits & 1st day of summer is still around the corner
Read full article: Feel-like temperatures hit triple digits & 1st day of summer is still around the cornerOur highest feel-like afternoon temperature was only 99 degrees before this week. But so far this week, that number has hit triple digits every afternoon.
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Hot and humid Hump Day, Richard is tracking Fred
Read full article: Hot and humid Hump Day, Richard is tracking FredPatchy fog possible this morning. Becoming partly cloudy as high pressure to our north continues the onshore flow from the Atlantic with the sea breeze moving well inland through the day.
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Heat Advisories are in effect for much of the area
Read full article: Heat Advisories are in effect for much of the areaHeat is what summer is all about, but sometimes we see a spike and get into dangerous levels of heat. Often times that level of heat is extended and can easily take a toll on you. Even, if you work principally indoors.
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NBA tells teams to exercise caution when watching Super Bowl
Read full article: NBA tells teams to exercise caution when watching Super BowlA sign for Super Bowl 55 is framed by palm trees at Raymond James Stadium Thursday, Feb. 4, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. The city is hosting Sunday's Super Bowl football game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Kansas City Chiefs. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)The NBA doesn't want the Super Bowl to turn into a superspreader. The Super Bowl plan is designed to avoid more potential contact-tracing pratfalls as one of the top priorities. Clubs are instructed to not host in-person Super Bowl gatherings at a team facility.
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NBA, union stiffen virus protocols; more games postponed
Read full article: NBA, union stiffen virus protocols; more games postponedUtah's game in Washington on Wednesday was postponed because contact-tracing issues among the Wizards meant they wouldn't have eight available players for that matchup. “I'm for whatever the NBA wants us to do," Washington coach Scott Brooks said. When teams started testing in late November prior to the start of training camps, 48 players had positive COVID-19 tests. There were at least 36 players in the league dealing with virus-related issues or protocols when Tuesday began, based on information released by teams. Counting the two new postponements and another on Dec. 23 between Oklahoma City and Houston, the league has seen six games moved because of virus issues.
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TGIF! Brisk morning temperatures return!
Read full article: TGIF! Brisk morning temperatures return!Thursday had a high of 90° we will see about a 35° drop in temperatures as we wake up on Friday morning. Normal morning low is 56° we should be there in the morning. Sunday morning temperatures will be not as cool, wake up temperatures will start on the mid-60s. Early next week, cold, yes, cold temperatures will be possible, 40s seem likely by Tuesday morning. Sunrise Friday low temperatures
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Heat and sticky tropical air
Read full article: Heat and sticky tropical airSome spotty Atlantic showers could move ashore late tonight. A tropical wave pushing into the Gulf provides a slight bump in our rain chances tomorrow to 50%Wednesday expect a few more inland showers around with movement to the west. Showers clear the coastal areas by the afternoon but rain will target inland locations through the late afternoon and evening. The new Tropical Depression Seven that formed in the central Atlantic 3,000 miles from Jacksonville. The tropical wave in the Gulf has potential to also become a depression or storm Wednesday or Thursday.
Know what to do if your dog suffers from heatstroke in extreme weather
Read full article: Know what to do if your dog suffers from heatstroke in extreme weatherIn case you've been relaxing inside your house blasting the A/C the past couple days, you might not have noticed that it's hot out all over the country, with temps ini some areas climbing well over 100 degrees.
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Trust Index: Does heat, humidity kill COVID-19?
Read full article: Trust Index: Does heat, humidity kill COVID-19?JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Were all feeling the summer heat, but the question is: How will it impact the spread of COVID-19? By and large, the virus does not like sunshine, heat and humidity, DeSantis said. The claim: That coronavirus by and large does not like sunshine, heat and humidity. According to the Centers for Disease Control, it is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of COVID-19. World Health Organization - Heat and COVID-19The World Health Organization found that exposing yourself to the sun or temperatures higher than 25C (77 F) does not protect you from COVID-19.
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Soaring feels like temperatures to start the week
Read full article: Soaring feels like temperatures to start the weekHeat is the number one cause of weather-related deaths across the country, killing more people each year than tornadoes and hurricanes combined. Monday afternoon temperatures climbed into the upper 90s, but the heat index temperature, or feels like temperature, ranged between 105 and 109. The chances for afternoon storms to cool us down are minimal, so most of us are in for a sluggish return to the 70s this evening. Tuesday looks like it will be a little hotter, with feels like temperatures peaking around 110. Mid week afternoon storms will cool us down out of the dangerous zone, staring on Wednesday.