The highest astronomical tides of the year will impact the local Atlantic coast and inland estuaries including the St. Johns River basin through October. Storm systems, heavy rainfall and extended periods of northeast to east winds can exacerbate tidal flooding impacts. Read More >
Registration
SKYWARN™ Spotter Class Schedule - These Classes are Virtual |
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| County | Date |
Time |
Location |
Class Contact |
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| Virtual |
Tuesday |
12 pm - 1:15 pm (ET) | Your Mobile Device or Computer |
Register here: |
| Virtual |
Tuesday |
12 pm - 1:15 pm (ET) | Your Mobile Device or Computer |
Register here: |
SKYWARN™ Spotter Class Schedule - These Classes are In-Person |
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| County | Date |
Time |
Location |
Registration Contact |
| Marion | October 9th 2024 |
6 - 8 pm |
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| Flagler | October 16th 2024 |
6 - 8 pm |
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| Columbia | January 7th 2025 |
6 - 8 pm |
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Shayne Morgan Phone: 386-758-1383 |
| Columbia | February 18th 2025 |
6 - 8 pm |
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Shayne Morgan Phone: 386-758-1383 |
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IMPORTANT: Classes may be canceled with short notice should severe weather, a tropical storm, or hurricane pose a threat to the forecast area. All potential class attendees should check the web site on the day of the class or contact the class point of contact to insure that the class has not been canceled. |
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| Resources | |
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(800) 499-1594 extension 1 Online Report Generator |
Field Guides |
What is the NWS Skywarn™ Storm Spotter Program?
The Skywarn™ spotter program is a nationwide network of volunteers trained by the National Weather Service (NWS) to report significant weather. All are welcome to participate! The NWS's mission is to protect lives and property from dangerous weather events through forecasts and warning notifications. Skywarn™ spotters help meet this mission by safely relaying ground truth weather observation reports to their local NWS office. Spotter reports ultimately help the NWS provide better weather watch and warning services.
Skywarn™ Observations
Skywarn™ reports are relayed from on the road, while at work, or at your home. Never jeopardize your own safety while participating in Skywarn™. Spotter safety is always of upmost importance - Spotters are never encouraged to go outside during dangerous weather. When safe for spotter do relay weather reports to the NWS JAX, there are multiple ways to do so either by calling the operations team, submitting online reports or sharing reports via Social Media.
Skywarn™ and Amateur Radio Operators
HAM radio operators have a special place in the Skywarn™ program. NWS offices have HAM equipment on site. Skywarn™ nets run by the volunteer amateur radio net control operators allow for reports to be directly heard at National Weather Service offices. For more information on the NWS Jacksonville HAM radio network, contact Scott Roberts.
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