Parts of Florida Panhandle shut down by historic winter storm
An historic January storm dumped more deep snow along the U.S. Gulf Coast on Wednesday after bringing Houston and New Orleans to a near standstill over the past two days and burying parts of Florida's Panhandle with accumulations more typical of Chicago.
Snowstorm Transforms Florida Panhandle into Winter Wonderland
For families, the snowstorm provided a rare chance to create memories, with snowmen appearing on beaches alongside palm trees. “We’ve counted about 15 snowmen built by kids,” said Perry Richardson, visiting from Ohio. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience.”
Truckers and travelers stranded by I-10 shutdown in Florida Panhandle
Trucker Alexis Barnett was trying to make the trip Wednesday from Destin to Sarasota when Florida shut down I-10 and re-routed traffic onto Highway 90. That’s when the driving started getting treacherous. “Going up the hills and down the hills, it was nothing but black ice. Just a sheet of ice,” she said.
It's Snowing in Florida! See the Wild Photos as the Winter Storm Hits the Panhandle
Multiple parts of Florida are seeing snow as a winter storm makes its way across the Gulf Coast. On Monday, Jan. 20, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency ahead of dangerously cold wind chills and prolonged freezing and sub-freezing temperatures.
A rare winter storm across Panhandle sets Florida snow records and knocks out power
If confirmed, Florida had its highest snowfall total since 1954. As many as 15,000 Duke Energy customers lost power at one point.
Snow falls in Florida Panhandle, prompting closure of I-10
Record-breaking snow accumulation was reported across the Florida Panhandle and prompted the Florida Highway Patrol to shut down some major roadways by early Tuesday evening.
NOAA satellites show snow left behind in Florida Panhandle
From Pensacola to Jacksonville, snowfall was reported ranging from inches-deep to a light dusting. A whopping 9.8 inches was recorded in Milton, Fla. a city about 23 miles northeast of Pensacola. Satellites from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) captured the snow left behind from the historic storm.
Florida panhandle gets record snowfall from winter blast
MIAMI - There was record snowfall across the Florida panhandle Tuesday night and Wednesday with the highest amounts coming in from the tip of the panhandle near Pensacola.
Winter weather hits Florida, snowfall in the Panhandle and cold temperatures ahead
LOS ANGELES (KTLA) – A significant change in the weather is in the forecast for Southern California, including the likelihood of rain. An area of low pressure will drop into the region on Saturday, bringing a tenth to a half inch of rain to most areas through Sunday, along with significantly cooler temperatures, according to […]
Snow accumulation reported in Florida Panhandle
The National Weather Service said on Jan. 3, 2018, parts of north Florida, along with south Georgia, saw snow accumulate thanks to the first winter storm the Sunshine State had seen since 1989. Georgia of course saw the largest accumulations, up to 2 inches, but the snowfall in Florida was still measurable.
Florida snow record from winter storm Tuesday shatters record
Pensacola had official total of 7.6 inches, while Milton hit 8.8. Unofficial totals by Weather Service could be as high as 9.8 inches.
Dozens of frozen sea creatures that ‘can appear to be dead’ rescued after Florida snow
As white-sand beaches became covered by white snow during a historic snowstorm, more than 30 frozen sea turtles were rescued off Florida’s coast. “When water temperatures drop to 50 degrees Fahrenheit ...
Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport runway re-opens after first-ever closure
Commercial flights to and from the airport returned to normal operations on Thursday morning following the unprecedented winter weather.
Frigid! Central Florida can expect another chilly blast by this weekend
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Florida Snowfall Seen From Space in 'Historic' Photo
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Snow in Florida! When was the last time it snowed in Brevard? Could it happen this year?
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Ice and snow coat North Florida, dangerous conditions expected until Thursday
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Rare snowstorm sweeps across US south, hitting Florida
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