Volusia County, FL
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In effect from Tuesday 11/03 9:27 PM EST – Wednesday 11/04 11:15 AM EST
Issued by NWS Melbourne FL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida
St Johns River Near Deland affecting Volusia and Lake Counties.
.Heavy rainfall has caused the St. Johns River near Deland to rise into Minor Flood Stage. The River is forecast to climb through Minor flood stage through this weekend.
For the St. Johns River...including Deland...Minor flooding is forecast.
What
Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where
St Johns River near Deland.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 4.5 feet, Water moves into yards and approaches buildings around Hontoon Island.
Additional Details
- At 8:30 PM EST Tuesday the stage was 4.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 3.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM EST Tuesday was 4.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood stage at 4.0 feet. - Flood stage is 4.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 1115 AM EST.
Areas Impacted
- Lake, FL
- Volusia, FL
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Tuesday 11/03 9:33 PM EST – Wednesday 11/04 11:15 AM EST
Issued by NWS Melbourne FL
The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida
St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties.
.Heavy rainfall that has occurred upstream will maintain river levels within Moderate flood stage through this weekend as water works north through the basin.
For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast.
What
Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
Where
St Johns River near Astor.
When
Until further notice.
Impacts
At 3.5 feet, Canals have overflowed into yards. Homes on or near Wildhog and Bonnet roads become inaccessible with several inches of water inside homes along the river and canals. Docks at Astor Bridge marina and throughout Astor are completely submerged. Bartram Rd and Holiday Circle are inaccessible with yards completely submerged. Clair Street is inaccessible. Roads flooded in South Moon Fish Camp, docks and yards at condominiums on Juno Trail and water breaches the sea wall at Blair's Jungle Den.
Additional Details
- At 8:30 PM EST Tuesday the stage was 3.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:30 PM EST Tuesday was 3.4 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood stage at 3.2 feet. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What to Do
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Wednesday morning at 1115 AM EST.
Areas Impacted
- Lake, FL
- Volusia, FL
Tips to Stay Safe
A Flood Warning means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. Take immediate action to protect yourself and your home.
- If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground.
- Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads.
- Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams.
- If you are trapped in a building, move to the highest floor and call 911. Go to the roof only if necessary.
- Do not go into any room where electrical cords or outlets are under water. Stay out of water that may have electricity in it!
- If your vehicle is trapped in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water is rising inside the vehicle, move to the roof and signal for help.
In effect from Wednesday 11/04 1:09 AM EST – Thursday 11/05 2:00 AM EST
Issued by NWS Melbourne FL
What
Dangerous rip currents.
Where
Coastal Volusia, Coastal Brevard, Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie and Coastal Martin counties.
When
Through late Wednesday night.
Impacts
Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. Breaking surf of 3 to 4 feet expected.
What to Do
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and signs.
Entering the surf is strongly discouraged. If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don't swim against the current. If able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Areas Impacted
- Coastal Volusia
- Coastal Indian River
- Coastal St. Lucie
- Coastal Martin
- Mainland Northern Brevard
- Northern Brevard Barrier Islands
- Mainland Southern Brevard
- Southern Brevard Barrier Islands
Tips to Stay Safe
Rip currents may create dangerous swimming conditions in the area.
- If you enter the water, always have a flotation device with you and swim near a lifeguard.
- Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.
- If caught in a rip current, relax and float. Don’t swim against the current. If able, swim parallel to the shoreline.
Briefings
From the Forecaster
Flood Warning
Created by the NWS Melbourne WFO
Click/tap image to enlarge | A Flood Warning remains in effect through 9:30 AM on Wednesday along portions of the east central Florida coast, primarily from Melbourne southward, due to ongoing flooding issues. Continue to follow the advice of local safety officials and never drive through flooded roadways.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
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