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 and gusty northeast winds are slowing river flow. The river at Astor continues in Moderate flood while the river at Deland is forecast to reach Minor Flood Stage this afternoon or tonight. Water levels at both sites are forecast to begin a slow decline late this week and weekend.
For the St. Johns River at Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast. For the St. Johns River near Deland...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...St Johns River near Deland.
* WHEN...Until Wednesday evening.
* 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 Tuesday the stage was 3.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 3.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 4.0 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage tomorrow morning. - 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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