DESOTO, FL — ...Forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity for the following rivers in Florida...
Horse Creek Near Arcadia at SR 72 affecting DeSoto County.
.Heavy rain of 5 to 10 inches across portions of west central Florida has caused several rivers across the region to climb above flood stage over the next couple of days.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Horse Creek near Arcadia at SR 72.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 15.0 feet, Royal Park Estates are affected near State Road 72.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 AM EST Tuesday the stage was 14.0 feet. - Bankfull stage is 12.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 AM EST Tuesday was 14.0 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 14.6 feet tomorrow morning. - Flood stage is 12.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 14.6 feet on 09/20/2022. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in DeSoto, 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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