Snow Showers and Record Cold Reported Across North Florida

Snow Showers Reported in North Florida

Snow showers and flurries were observed on radar across much of North Florida this afternoon, including areas from Tallahassee to Lake City and near the Jacksonville area. Ground observations in the Tallahassee area confirmed the presence of snow showers earlier in the day.

Freezing Temperatures and Extreme Cold Warnings

Record low temperatures are expected this weekend in parts of Florida. A Freeze Warning is in effect for the area, with frost and freeze conditions expected on Sunday morning. An Extreme Cold Warning is also in effect into Sunday morning, with low temperatures in the 20s and 30s and wind chills in the teens and 20s.

Wind Advisory Issued for Saturday Evening

A Wind Advisory is in effect, with wind gusts up to 40 mph expected on Saturday evening. These wind conditions are forecast to occur alongside the cold temperatures already affecting the region.

Arctic Cold Front Brings Unusual Weather

The unusual weather, including the snow showers and freezing conditions in Florida, is described as part of an arctic cold front sweeping through the state. This front is bringing freezing temperatures along with the observed wintry precipitation and strong winds.

Crash Affects Traffic in Martin County

A crash closed two right lanes on I-95 South near Exit 102 in Martin County. The closure affected that portion of the interstate, though no additional outcomes are stated in the available information.

Police Arrest Boxer in Miami

Police arrested boxer Gervonta "Tank" Davis in Miami. The arrest occurred months after an alleged club assault, although no further details about the incident or subsequent legal outcomes are provided in the text.

Temporary Order on Cold-Stunned Iguanas

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued a temporary order allowing residents to collect cold-stunned iguanas. The order applies while the cold conditions are affecting the animals, according to the information provided.