BOCA RATON, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2026 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — The National Weather Service has at least advisories in effect — or about to go into effect — as of Friday afternoon. It’s going to be exceptionally cold for South Florida. It’s going to be windy. And the weather for many will be dangerous. Here is the official statement:
>> URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Miami FL 214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
FLZ067-068-168-311200- /O. CON. KMFL. EC. W.0001.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/ /O. CON. KMFL. FZ. W.0003.260201T0300Z-260201T1500Z/ /O. CON. KMFL. WI. Y.0002.260131T1900Z-260201T1200Z/ Inland Palm Beach County-Metro Palm Beach County-Coastal Palm Beach County- Including the cities of Jupiter, Lion Country Safari Park, Caloosa, The Acreage, Royal Palm Beach, Boynton Beach, Lake Worth, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida Gardens, Greenacres City, Sandalfoot Cove, Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Riviera Beach, Wellington, Belle Glade, and West Palm Beach 214 PM EST Fri Jan 30 2026
… WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM SATURDAY TO 7 AM EST SUNDAY…
… EXTREME COLD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY…
… FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY…
- WHAT… For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as the mid teens to lower 20s expected. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as the upper 20s to lower 30s expected.
- WHERE… Coastal Palm Beach County, Inland Palm Beach County, and Metro Palm Beach County Counties.
- WHEN… For the Wind Advisory, from 2 PM Saturday to 7 AM EST Sunday. For the Extreme Cold Warning and Freeze Warning, from 10 PM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday.
- IMPACTS… Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Dress in layers including a hat, face mask, and gloves if you must go outside.
Keep pets indoors as much as possible.
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
If you do not have heat in your home or lack shelter, you can call 211.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
To prevent water pipes from freezing; wrap or drain or allow them to drip slowly.
Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. <<
