Jacksonville faces severe drought and fire danger as heat wave continues, News4JAX meteorologist warns

Jacksonville faces severe drought and fire danger as heat wave continues, News4JAX meteorologist warns

Drought hits “exceptional” in Jacksonville JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – I want you to know right up front—our drought monitor is showing some of the most extreme conditions we’ve seen lately. We’re in the “exceptional” category in some areas around Jacksonville and The Weather Authority’s Exact Track 4D radar just isn’t picking up any incoming rain. Exceptional … اقرأ المزيد

18,000 customers in Boulder, Jefferson counties could preemptively lose power amid high winds, fire danger

18,000 customers in Boulder, Jefferson counties could preemptively lose power amid high winds, fire danger

Thousands of customers in Boulder and Jefferson counties could lose power Saturday, as Xcel Energy plans for a public safety power shutoff amid high winds and fire danger. About 18,000 customers could have their power shut off Saturday around 2 p.m., according to Xcel. The utility initially said 43,000 customers could be impacted, but in … اقرأ المزيد