Snow in the Sunshine State: Florida's Rare Weather Event

Florida, typically known for its sunny beaches, has recently experienced something unusual: snow. Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for the northern part of Florida, warning of hazardous winter weather including snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Early Wednesday, light snow continued to fall in Florida, Georgia, and the coastal Carolinas. This storm brought up to 8. 8 inches of snow in North Florida, causing icy roads and hazardous conditions. The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles urged residents to stay off the roads if possible. Snow in Florida isn't completely unheard of. In January 2022, Okaloosa County saw snow flurries. In 2018, North Florida and South Georgia experienced snow accumulation, marking the first winter storm since 1989. Tallahassee recorded just 0. 1 inches. Miami's only recorded snowfall was in 1977. Pensacola recently broke the state's snowfall record, set in 1895, with 7. 6 inches.