NORTHERN LAKE COUNTY; ORANGE; SEMINOLE; OSCEOLA… — * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
* WHERE...A portion of east central Florida, including the following areas, Orange, Osceola, Seminole and Lake.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM EST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Additional rainfall accumulations of 1 to 2 inches could lead to flooding concerns in areas that have seen heavy rainfall. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Northern Lake County; Orange; Seminole; Osceola; Southern Lake County 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.
Verified by Alert USA • NWS