Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Baker, Ware, and Charlton Counties Until 10:30 AM EDT

Source: NOAA · Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia

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NWS Jacksonville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of NE Florida and SE Georgia, with 60 mph wind gusts expected through 10:30 AM EDT.

What this NWS weather alert tells you, and what most readers miss

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Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Jacksonville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for portions of northeastern Florida and southeastern Georgia. The alert was issued at 10:01 AM EDT following radar indications of a severe weather system.

Affected Areas

The following geographic regions are included in this warning:

  • Northeastern Florida: Northwestern Baker County
  • Southeastern Georgia: Southeastern Ware County and south central Charlton County

What You Should Do

For your protection, move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Residents should remain alert for a possible tornado, as tornadoes can develop quickly from severe thunderstorms. If you spot a tornado, go at once into a basement or a small central room in a sturdy structure.

Expected Conditions

  • Wind: Gusts of up to 60 mph are expected.
  • Hail: Radar indicates the potential for hail up to 0.75 inches.
  • Impact: Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees. The storm is expected to remain over mainly rural areas.
  • Movement: At 10:01 AM EDT, the severe thunderstorm was located 11 miles northwest of Taylor (or 12 miles southeast of Fargo), moving east at 25 mph.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately as of 10:01 AM EDT and is currently set to expire at 10:30 AM EDT on March 12, 2026.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this NWS weather alert.

What is this NWS weather alert about?
NWS Jacksonville has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for parts of NE Florida and SE Georgia, with 60 mph wind gusts expected through 10:30 AM EDT.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Weather Alerts updates?
Browse the full Weather Alerts feed on Areazine at areazine.com/weather/ for the latest updates from NOAA and other agencies.