DESOTO, FL — ...The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Florida...
Alafia River At Lithia affecting Hillsborough County.
Horse Creek Near Arcadia at SR 72 affecting DeSoto County.
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...
Little Manatee River At Wimauma at US 301 affecting Hillsborough County.
Manatee River Near Myakka Head at SR 64 affecting Manatee County.
.Rising water levels are expected over the next several days along several rivers across west centra
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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