"Severe Storms Threaten Gulf Coast: Damaging Winds and Tornadoes Possible"

Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia are facing an enhanced threat for severe weather on Tuesday, with damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and heavy downpours expected between noon and 7 p.m. School districts have canceled classes in anticipation of the severe storms, and residents are advised to secure outdoor items, as tree damage and power outages are possible. The main threat areas are the St. Johns River Basin around Downtown Jacksonville and coastal SE Georgia, with minor coastal/tidal flooding expected. Widespread rainfall flooding is not anticipated, but localized flooding is possible. Residents are urged to stay updated on the evolving weather conditions and to download the News4JAX Weather apps for the latest alerts.