LAKE, FL; Volusia, FL — ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...
St Johns River Near Astor and Deland affecting Lake and Volusia Counties.
.Persistent northeast winds and downstream tidal effects on the St John River are slowing flow at Astor, which is also impacting river levels upstream.
For the St. Johns River...including Deland, Astor...Minor to Moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and forecast to continue.
* WHERE...St Johns River near Deland.
* WHEN...Until Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...At 4.0 feet, Docks and piers are completely submerged at Pier 44 Marina. Many docks are partially submerged at Hontoon Landing Marina.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:30 AM EDT Thursday the stage was 4.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 3.5 feet. - Forecast...At Deland, the river has reached a crest of 4.0 feet, and is expected to begin a slow decline in Action Stage through early next week. - Flood stage is 4.0 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Lake, FL; Volusia, FL can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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