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Special Weather Statement issued October 9 at 4:38PM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Published October 9, 2026 4:39 pm • Updated October 9, 2026 4:39 pm • Florida

At 438 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a landspout near Saint Augustine South, or near Saint Augustine, moving north at 20 mph. HAZARD...Landspouts and wind gusts around 40 mph. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Minor damage…

At 438 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm capable of producing a landspout near Saint Augustine South, or near Saint Augustine, moving north at 20 mph. HAZARD…Landspouts and wind gusts around 40 mph. SOURCE…Radar indicated. IMPACT…Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include… Palm Coast, Saint Augustine, Hastings, Fruit Cove, World Golf Village, Saint Augustine Beach, Marineland, Nocatee, Vilano Beach, and Federal Point.

Official safety instructions

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

National Weather Service: View official alert and latest details.