Severe thunderstorm warning in Northeast Florida; rain, hail, possible tornado

Darvin Nelson, Editor-in-Chief
January 27, 2021

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, the following counties are under a severe thunderstorm warning until approximately 4:15 p.m.: Southwestern Nassau County, Southeastern Baker County, Northwestern Clay County, and Duval County.

“HAZARD…60 mph wind gusts,” read the alert.

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The storm was detected over Macclenny, moving east at 40 mph, according to the alert.

The NWS says to expect possible roof damage, siding, and trees.

The alert stated:

“TORNADO…POSSIBLE” 

“HAIL…<.75IN”

“WIND…60MPH”

Jacksonville, Orange Park, UNF, Mandarin, Arlington, Macclenny, Glen St. Mary, Baymeadows, Cisco Gardens, and Ortega are areas that could be impacted.

Stay safe Ospreys!

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