Beginning on Thursday, Dec. 4, the Weather Authority Weekday show online and on News4JAX+ will begin at 11 a.m.

News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner shares the latest forecast, featuring cooler fall temperatures in Jacksonville, patchy morning fog, low rain chances, and coastal updates including rip current risks.

Jacksonville is on track for heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds through the weekend. Al Campbell from News4JAX's Weather Authority explains what to expect, how the storm systems are moving in, and the impact on your outdoor plans.

Meteorologist Katie Garner from News4JAX warns of a heat advisory in Jacksonville with highs near 100, risks to health and pets, and key forecast details as dangerous heat continues across the region.

Jacksonville enters a heat wave with 90-degree temperatures expected all week, the summer solstice brings the longest day, and scattered thunderstorms may pop up, especially in southeast Georgia.

On the Weather Authority Weekend show, rain or shine necessities were featured for a great tailgating experience.

News4JAX is proud to announce the updated News4JAX Weather Authority app, equipped with cutting-edge features designed to keep you ahead of the storm.

The News4Jax Weather Authority tracked 92 lightning strikes in that area during the 10-minute period when the call first came in.

We’re off to another freezing start with temperatures in the mid 20s and low 30s. Make sure to share those fun frost or ice pictures with us in the Pins tab of our Weather Authority app or on News4Jax.com. Sunday will be sunny and ever-so-slightly less cold, with temperatures topping out in the upper 50s low 60s. Seasonal temperatures are back on Monday, with temperature warming into the cool mid-60s for the afternoon under mostly sunny skies. Tuesday we will wake up in the low 40s and warms into the mid-60s.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The dog walking forecast is back and there is a new way to get a photo of your dog featured on the forecast. You can open the app up, add a picture of your dog, type your dog’s name in the caption and drop the pin. You can also follow these same instructions on the website News4JAX.com/pinsThe Weather Authority meteorologists will show different dog pictures during the day during the dog walk forecast, you’ll get an email if your picture is selected. Make sure your pet is visible in the box outlineNow that you’ve got the photo, it’s time to select the pin type and add your dog’s name. Add your dog's name and the pin type Dog DaysCan’t wait to see all of your cute dogs!

The summer heat has returned to the River City, and so have those scattered afternoon storms. In the gallery above youll find a handful of the photos you shared with us during the storm that rolled through Wednesday. A lot of the photos came via StormPins. Dont forget, to share your photos with us -- download the News4Jax Weather Authority App. Its free for Apple and Android devices.

A big part of that means making sure you have everything you need right at your fingertips through your cell phone technology. Maintain a list of emergency phone numbers police, fire, and rescue agencies; power companies; insurance providers; family, friends and co-workers; etc. Distribute wireless phone numbers to family members and friends. Check weather and news reports available on wireless phone applications when power is out. If you do lose cell phone service, make sure you have this Hurricane Survival Guide ready to know your evacuation routes, flooding and flood zones.

A big part of that means making sure you have everything you need right at your fingertips through your cell phone technology. Maintain a list of emergency phone numbers police, fire, and rescue agencies; power companies; insurance providers; family, friends and co-workers; etc. Distribute wireless phone numbers to family members and friends. Check weather and news reports available on wireless phone applications when power is out. If you do lose cell phone service, make sure you have this Hurricane Survival Guide ready to know your evacuation routes, flooding and flood zones.