"Friday Forecast: Severe Storms Threaten Florida, Hard Freeze Looms"

Northwest Florida and Southwest Alabama are under a slight risk of severe weather on Friday, with storms expected in the morning and early afternoon, potentially bringing damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. The storm is part of a system moving through the South, with the Gulf Coast experiencing high winds and a risk of rip currents. Cold air will follow the front, leading to chilly conditions over the weekend.