Watch live: Snow falls in Florida Panhandle on I-10

Live stream of snow falling in Florida below:

PENSACOLA, Fla. – It’s snowing in Florida – yes, you read that right!

Live traffic cameras show parts of Interstate 10 near Pensacola covered in snow as drivers continue their journeys.

This rare snowfall comes as winter storm warnings are in effect for northern Florida, with wintry weather sweeping across the southeast. Freezing temperatures are expected, along with the potential for snow, ice, sleet, and freezing rain.

How much snow will fall in Florida?

The far western Florida Panhandle is where the highest snowfall totals are projected to fall. Some areas could see up to 4 inches of snow, which would cause serious travel issues.

In the northern parts of the state, snow totals will be around 1 inch due to mixing. This happens because warmer air above the ground allows that snow to mix with and change over to freezing rain and sleet. For snow to fall without mixing, the entire atmosphere needs to stay below freezing (32°F).

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To be clear, snow is not forecast to fall in Orlando or Central Florida. Snow will mainly fall across Florida’s Panhandle, stretching east to around Jacksonville. The farther east you are, the more likely you’ll see sleet and freezing rain, which will reduce snowfall amounts.

How to drive in snow

Here are some tips to help you drive safely in winter conditions, according to The Auto Club Group (AAA):

• Always drive slowly – adjust your speed as there could be lower traction when driving on snow or ice.
• Accelerate and decelerate gradually – Apply the gas gently to maintain traction and prevent skids. Avoid sudden starts and take your time slowing down for stoplights. Keep in mind that stopping on icy roads takes longer.
• Increase your following distance – Maintain a gap of five to six seconds between your vehicle and the one in front. This extra distance provides the time needed to stop safely on slippery surfaces.
• Understand your brakes – Whether your car has antilock brakes or not, keep your heel on the floor and use the ball of your foot to apply steady, firm pressure to the brake pedal.
• Avoid stopping when possible – Starting from a full stop requires more effort than moving while still rolling. If approaching a red light, slow down enough to keep rolling until it turns green.
• Don’t use extra power on hills – Pressing the gas pedal harder on snow-covered roads can cause your wheels to spin. Instead, build up some momentum on a flat road before reaching the hill and let that carry you upward. Reduce your speed as you crest the hill and descend slowly.
• Keep moving uphill – Stopping on an icy incline makes it difficult to regain traction and start moving again. Build momentum on a level surface before tackling the hill.