Jackson County, FL
Alerts
Alerts are listed in order of start time and level of severity. Click on the alert title to read details for each alert.
In effect from Monday 07/27 10:00 AM CDT – Monday 07/27 7:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Tallahassee FL
What
For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 112 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 possible.
Where
Portions of Big Bend and Panhandle Florida.
When
For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Monday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
Impacts
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
What to Do
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Areas Impacted
- North Walton
- Central Walton
- Holmes
- Washington
- Jackson
- Inland Bay
- Calhoun
- Inland Gulf
- Inland Franklin
- Gadsden
- Leon
- Inland Jefferson
- Inland Wakulla
- South Walton
- Coastal Bay
- Coastal Gulf
- Coastal Franklin
- Coastal Jefferson
- Coastal Wakulla
- Northern Liberty
- Southern Liberty
Tips to Stay Safe
A Heat Advisory means dangerous heat conditions are happening now or soon. Take action before, during and after the heat to stay safe.
- Stay in air-conditioned spaces if possible. Find cooling centers or places with AC in your community that you can go to, like libraries or shopping malls.
- Stay hydrated and stock up on clean drinking water to get you through multiple days of heat.
- Reschedule outdoor activities for cooler times of the day, and take breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
- Cover windows with curtains or shades, or use window reflectors designed to reflect heat back outside.
- Check on friends, family, and neighbors, especially those who do not have air conditioning or spend much of their time alone.
Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond.
In effect from Tuesday 07/28 10:00 AM CDT – Tuesday 07/28 7:00 PM CDT
Issued by NWS Tallahassee FL
What
For the Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 112 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 113 possible.
Where
Portions of Big Bend and Panhandle Florida.
When
For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM EDT /10 AM CDT/ to 8 PM EDT /7 PM CDT/ Monday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
Impacts
Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
What to Do
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Areas Impacted
- North Walton
- Central Walton
- Holmes
- Washington
- Jackson
- Inland Bay
- Calhoun
- Inland Gulf
- Inland Franklin
- Gadsden
- Leon
- Inland Jefferson
- Inland Wakulla
- South Walton
- Coastal Bay
- Coastal Gulf
- Coastal Franklin
- Coastal Jefferson
- Coastal Wakulla
- Northern Liberty
- Southern Liberty
Tips to Stay Safe
An Extreme Heat Watch means to expect extremely dangerous heat conditions in the next few days. Take action ahead of time to stay safe during extreme heat.
- Plan to stay in air-conditioned spaces if possible. Find cooling centers or places with AC in your community that you can go to, like libraries or shopping malls.
- Cover windows with curtains or shades, or use window reflectors designed to reflect heat back outside.
- Make sure you know the signs of heat-related illness and how to respond.
- Stock up on clean drinking water.
- Check in on neighbors, family, and friends, ensuring they have a plan to keep cool.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Beach Hazards
Created by the NWS Tallahassee WFO
A high risk of rip currents will affect beaches of Walton, Bay, and Gulf Counties this afternoon through Monday. Beachgoers should stay out of the water when red beach flags are flying. If you do swim, swim near a lifeguard.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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