Sunny weekend approaches, but dry conditions, mild weather raise fire risk amid ongoing drought

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Hi, Jacksonville! If you’ve stepped outside lately, you might’ve noticed things are looking and feeling extra dry.

Right now, our area is under extreme to exceptional drought conditions, and that “exceptional” part is starting to take over more of Jacksonville and nearby spots.

This isn’t just a quick fix, either. From what we’re seeing on The Weather Authority’s Exact Track 4D, it’ll take a lot more than a handful of rainy afternoons to make up for our rainfall deficit…

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