There is a Winter Storm Warning for Western Duval County with freezing rain Tuesday evening through Wednesday morning. The areas of greatest freezing rain risk are those West of the I-295 West Beltway. The City of Jacksonville Emergency Preparedness Division continues to closely monitor the weather forecast and will provide more Winter Storm information on Tuesday, January 21.

Warming Centers: The City of Jacksonville (COJ) Warming Centers will be open along the following schedule through 9am on Saturday morning, January 25:
 
Overnight (Monday-Friday, 9pm-9am)
The Legends Center
5130 Soutel Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32208

Daytime (Monday, 11am-6pm)
Jacksonville Public Main Library
303 N. Laura St.
Jacksonville, FL 32202
 
Daytime (Tuesday-Friday, Normal Business Hours)
All COJ Libraries and COJ Community Centers
 
Visit JaxReady.com/StayWarmJax to find COJ warming center locations and learn more about what to bring to a Warming Center
 
Winter Storm Preparation: If residents haven’t completed their winter storm preparations, now is the time. This is especially important for residents who live on the Northwestern and West side of Duval County.
  • Stay Informed: Follow trusted sources for real-time updates on weather conditions and local advisories.
  • Check Your Emergency Supply Kit: Ensure you have essentials like blankets, batteries, water, and non-perishable food.
  • Sign Up for Alerts: Don’t miss critical updates! Subscribe to ALERTJAX notifications to stay in the know. Visit JaxReady.com/ALERTJAX to sign up.
  • Have a Plan for Your Family: Ensure everyone knows how to stay safe and is prepared for cold weather conditions.
  • Prepare Your Home, Family, Pets, and Plants: Insulate exposed pipes, seal drafts, and ensure everyone has warm clothing and blankets. Bring pets inside or provide adequate shelter and warmth for them outdoors. Cover cold-sensitive plants.
  • Fuel Up: Ensure your vehicles and heating sources are ready to go.
Drive Carefully: Icy roads are possible overnight Tuesday into Wednesday morning. Drive with caution and be aware of potential roadway hazards. Black ice may cause slick spots to form on bridges, overpasses, and secondary roads.

Fire Safety: With dangerously cold temperatures approaching, the increased use of heating equipment brings a heightened risk of home fires. Caution should be used with space heaters, fireplaces, and appliances. Visit JaxReady.com/StayWarmJax for more safety tips.
 
Homeless Shelter Partners
Our non-profit partners at area shelters are also providing cold-weather shelter services to the homeless population. These shelters include:
  • City Rescue Mission, 234 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
    • Check-in at 6:30pm, Shelter will be available until temperatures are at least 40°.
  • Sulzbacher Center
    • 611 East Adams Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202 – Men
    • 5455 Springfield Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32208 – Women and Children
    • Open for overflow any night that is below 40°.
  • Trinity Rescue Mission, 622 W. Union Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202
    • Men: Check-in at 4pm; Women and Children: Check-in at 1:30pm