On January 21, 2025, Pensacola, Florida, witnessed rare snowfall, prompting excitement and caution among its residents. As weather forecasts predicted an inch of snow, local meteorologists alerted the public to potentially hazardous conditions, including dangerous driving scenarios across the Panhandle and parts of Alabama. Pensacola could receive several inches of snow, with temperatures plunging to lows like 18 degrees. Governor Ron DeSantis acknowledged the uniquely challenging circumstances for the area, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and the need for public safety.
"Heavy snow bands over the Florida Panhandle into southeast Alabama with gusty winds of 25-30 mph could cause blowing snow and near whiteout conditions. PLEASE STAY OFF THE ROADS! This could become a life-threatening situation for those stranded," weather service forecasters wrote on Facebook.
"I'm so glad I'm so much farther south. I moved to Florida to get away from the snow!" commented Jennifer Saxon Halam on his post.
"It’s snowing in Florida!," Florida TV meteorologist Matt Devitt posted in caps on Facebook and X around noon Tuesday.
"This is not typically the type of disaster or emergency situation that we're used to responding to, but because of that, we're taking it seriously," Gov. Ron DeSantis said.
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