Are you financially stressed? A new study by Coinfully.com, which analyzed Google searches tied to money worries, found Florida and Georgia rank among the top states where people are searching for help.
Georgia voters will head to the polls Tuesday for the runoff elections in several key primary midterm races, including senator and governor.
Gusty winds and a warm weekend are in store for Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner details the latest weather trends, temperature outlook, and what to expect as hurricane season gets underway.
Although there are venomous snakes in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, their bites would rarely kill someone. However, there are some things you should never do that could make a snake bite much worse.
Before storms arrive, it’s going to feel sticky inland. Temperatures will push into the lower 90s, and with the humidity factored in, it’ll feel close to 100 degrees.
Heavier rain and thunderstorms are expected across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida, with strong wind gusts and lightning in the forecast. Learn more from Meteorologist Katie Garner and The Weather Authority.
Your Sunday weather across northeast Florida and southeast Georgia will include the potential for strong to possibly severe thunderstorms this afternoon.
Jacksonville’s 125th anniversary of the Great Fire of 1901 is renewing focus on how fast a blaze can spread in hot and dry weather — the same recipe behind recent wildfires burning in Southeast Georgia.
Sean Way, owner of Sunsera Insurance Agency in Jacksonville, joined us on The Morning Show with important information for homeowners about protecting their property amid ongoing wildfires.
While firefighters battle wildfires on the ground in Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida, a fleet of aircraft is fighting the fires from above — flying just hundreds of feet over active flames to drop thousands of gallons of water and fire retardant.
Jacksonville faces a severe drought and wildfire threat as smoke advisories continue. News4JAX’s meteorologist shares the latest updates on air quality, burn bans, and what’s ahead for local weather.
The Pentagon is considering a major shift in security protocols at military installations that could affect thousands of servicemembers in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
A brush fire that prompted temporary evacuations in a Nassau County neighborhood Saturday is now 98% contained, officials said, after firefighters and forestry crews spent hours working to stop the flames from spreading near homes in the Fernandina Beach area.
Breezy and mostly cloudy conditions will define Sunday along the northeast Florida, southeast Georgia coast, with strong onshore winds keeping temperatures well below seasonal norms for late March.
A dry cold front is bringing a range of hazardous conditions to northeast Florida and southeast Georgia this weekend, from dangerous surf and rip currents along the coast to elevated fire danger inland.
Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia remain in an extreme drought, with little relief in the forecast.
Main threats include damaging winds, hail, and possible tornadoes
News4JAX’s meteorologist shares critical updates on a tornado watch in parts of Georgia, the impact of a strong cold front, and concerns about drought and rainfall deficits in the Jacksonville region.
A large area of high pressure will bring warmer temperatures to our area through the upcoming weekend. Highs for the most part will be in the 70s and 80s with little rain in sight. We certainly need rain due to the ongoing extreme drought.
News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner forecasts beneficial rainfall for Jacksonville, relief from drought conditions, and mild temperatures heading into the weekend.
Jacksonville and Northeast Florida start the week with a hard freeze and fire risk, but warmer temperatures and needed rain are expected later this week.
A wildfire that broke out on Sunday in Charlton County and spread an estimated 600 acres is 100% contained in Southeast Georgia, according to the Georgia Forest Commission.
While the sun will shine under blue skies, the temperatures will struggle to get out of the upper 40s in Southeast Georgia and lower 50s in Northeast Florida today.
The cold front will settle in throughout the afternoon under partly cloudy to clear skies, allowing the arctic air to sink into our area. This cold, dry air has sparked several alerts.
After an 85 degree day on Thursday, we’ll warm to near-record highs again today with clearing skies and breezy conditions. The record for Friday is 86, set in 1961.
Warming trend continues today, with high temperatures in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia tipping into the lower 80s!
Despite seeing thunderstorms on Sunday, the rain barely made a dent in the drought across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, and officials are urging residents to do their part to help reduce the risk of wildfires.
If you’re making any plans for Saturday, you’ll be happy to know the weather is expected to be pretty fantastic. We should see highs around 73 degrees and mostly clear skies—perfect for those Galentine’s lunches, golf, or a stroll with the dogs.
Saturday—yes, that’s Valentine’s Day this year—will be sunny, mostly dry, and feeling really comfortable. Expect highs around 74 degrees, dipping down to about 45 degrees overnight. You’ll want a jacket early, but it’ll warm up beautifully.
News4JAX’s Katie Garner details Jacksonville’s ongoing severe drought, fire risk, a warming forecast, and a mysterious outdoor odor this week.
A rare red flag warning was issued Thursday for parts of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, as gusty winds, very low humidity and severe to extreme drought created conditions that can quickly spark new wildfires or cause existing fires to spread.
Dangerous fire conditions driven by drought and wind in Jacksonville and South Georgia are coming along with a freeze warning, following recent rains, with the outlook brightening for the weekend.
A recent drug trafficking operation in Glynn County and St. Simons Island led to the arrest of 55 people.
The ongoing drought has been historic across Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Factoring in the dry ground and the recent wind and cold, brush fires have been reported and the risk for fires to spreads remains elevated across our area.
News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner provides an update on an incoming rain system after a frosty morning in Jacksonville, with temperatures warming up and wind gusts expected to increase later in the day.
While cold has been the big story over the past few weeks, another big story continues to unfold. Drought conditions continue to increase and worsen across Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida.
If you’re about to head out, I want to let you know we’re starting the day with downright cold conditions across Jacksonville and the surrounding region.
The Atlanta DEA's Operation Fentanyl Free America has led to a decrease in fentanyl overdoses but has also uncovered new smuggling tactics and drug trends in Southeast Georgia, highlighting ongoing challenges in the fight against illegal drugs.
Tonight will be breezy and very cold with low temperatures in the 20s and 30s. A COLD WEATHER ADVISORY has been issued for our area late tonight through Monday morning. Wind chill values will drop into the teens and 20s thanks to the wind.
As frigid temperatures push through Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, JEA reports no water outages on its system as of Sunday morning, despite receiving calls from customers reporting water loss.
A WEATHER AUTHORITY ALERT DAY is in effect through 1 p.m. Sunday for bitterly cold temperatures. Thanks to the wind, wind chill values will easily drop into the single digits and teens by Sunday morning.
Extreme cold is expected to affect Southeast Georgia this weekend, according to the National Weather Service, which issued an extreme cold warning for the area. Residents are preparing by bundling up indoors and stocking up on supplies to stay warm.
We’re under a Freeze Warning until 9 a.m. for much of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, with lows ranging from the mid-20s inland to near freezing closer to the coast. Even where temperatures stay just above 32°F, widespread frost is likely, especially late tonight through early morning.
Residents of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are in for several cold starts this week, which is why plant experts say it’s important to protect plants before the cold arrives.
This is one of those forecasts that will have you digging out your warmest coat and giving your pets some extra cozy time indoors. A Freeze Warning is in effect for the Jacksonville area, and it’s expected to last through 9 a.m. Tuesday.
The Arctic Blast affecting millions of people across the country is expected to drop into our region on Monday.
After reaching 78 degrees in Jacksonville on Friday, Saturday’s highs will stay in the “normal” range. As a mild front sticks around throughout the day, Sunday could bring record-tying/breaking highs.
Ranging from mid-to-upper 60s along the coast to mid-to-upper 70s inland, it’s going to be a great weather day.
Waycross city officials said that they’re aware of an odor reported in some areas, but they say it isn’t related to a gas leak, fire, or a water or sewer system issue.
After the past few mornings of freezing temperatures, today we’ll start a warming trend.
Temperatures will climb into the mid to upper 60s this afternoon with a mix of sun and clouds. High pressure will remain overhead which means we will be dry. Make sure to keep the jacket handy!
The cold weather continues this morning and into Wednesday morning as the latest round of winter sticks around. However, not nearly as cold as Monday morning.
Snow flurries were possible Sunday morning in Southeast Georgia, but the anticipated wintry weather never materialized. Instead, the region saw a rainy, gray day.
Sunday will be wet and chilly across our region before the freezing weather returns overnight.
Today will be mostly sunny, but a cold front is on its way. By late afternoon or early evening, expect isolated to scattered showers, which will become more widespread by Sunday morning.
The temperatures are warming up after a morning record-tying low of 22 degrees. The record was 99 years old, set in 1927.
The big chill is coming through our area beginning Thursday night as the coldest temperatures we’ve seen this winter settle in for a while.
Jacksonville will stay chilly with lows in the 20s, rain expected mid-week, and shifting temperatures. News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner shares what to expect with The Weather Authority Exact Track 4D.
The News4JAX Weather Authority will be hosting a daily livestream around 3:25 p.m. to update you on all things weather-related in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
Sunday will be sunny following the morning cloudiness as temperatures move into the mid-60s. The high will likely be in the early afternoon, around kickoff, before dropping into the low 60s and upper 50s after sunset.
From Southeast Georgia to Northeast Florida, record highs were tied on Friday. Expect another day of springlike weather to grace our area before the next wave of cold air sinks in on Sunday.
Temperature-wise, it felt mild to start—most spots sat in the upper 50s and 60s, and it’s expected we’ll top out in the 80s today and tomorrow. That’s well above our average high of 65.
After the fog burns off, we’re headed for a big warm-up across the region. Highs are expected to reach up to 80 degrees by the end of the week, which is well above our average of 66 degrees.
Warming temperatures today back up close to 70 degrees, but the clouds have really kept some of that warmth at bay today. Overnight temperatures will drop into the 50s.
After a frosty start of 29 degrees, temperatures have warmed up nicely throughout the afternoon under super clear blue skies. Cold temperatures return overnight, but staying out of the freezing range in the mid-to-upper 30s.
Significant cold is expected to hit Jacksonville and the surrounding area for New Year's with gusty winds, patchy rain, and dense fog this morning, according to News4JAX meteorologist Katie Garner.
Under partly cloudy skies, the first day of winter will begin on the chilly side with some patchy fog. Once the fog clears, sunny conditions and fall-like feels will be in the air.
This morning is shaping up to be a cold one, and that’s not a word I use lightly. A Freeze Warning is in effect until 10 a.m. Monday across most of Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
Hard freezes are likely inland Southeast Georgia early Monday and Tuesday. Light freezes for parts of inland Northeast Florida.
Not as cold on Saturday morning, as mostly sunny skies prevail and temperatures warm into the low 70s in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia.
A slow-moving front will keep clouds and rain the forecast as we head into early next week. The heaviest of the activity has been focused across southeast Georgia. This front will slowly shift south into Florida tonight.
Heavy rainfall is expected to dampen the weekend across Southeast Georgia and Northeast Florida, including the Jaguars game on Sunday.
I know I’m not alone in saying—we really need this water. The area is in a rain deficit, and any soaking we get will help a lot.
November is likely going down in the record books as the driest on record at Jacksonville, Gainesville, and Craig Executive Airport. The next chance of rainfall is on Monday into Tuesday this week as we begin the final month of 2025.
Jacksonville continues one of its driest Novembers on record as a weak rain chance gives way to a cold Thanksgiving and a brief temperature drop, according to News4JAX's Katie Garner.
The latest drought report was not good news for Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. The extreme and exceptional drought categories have expanded in coverage due to a lack of rainfall across our area.
Early this morning, our Exact Track 4D radar and visibility maps are showing dense fog blanketing the area, especially along Julington Creek, Palatka, Macclenny, Waycross, Brunswick, and Valdosta.
Dozens of local parks dot the Golden Isles, offering everything from gorgeous views and amphitheaters to mini golf and salutes to service. On our 4 Your Neighborhood trip to Southeast Georgia, we’re highlighting a few of these hidden gems.
