Flood Warning issued October 28 at 8:58AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...
St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties.
.Persistent gusty northeast winds and upstream tidal effects are
slowing river flow on the St Johns River at Astor. River levels are
forecast to begin a slow decline late this week, but remain in
Moderate Flood stage for at least the next couple weeks.
For the St. Johns River...including Deland, Astor...Moderate flooding
is forecast.
* WHAT...Moderate flooding is occurring and is forecast.
* WHERE...St Johns River near Astor.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 4.0 feet, Major flooding occurs with water entering
many structures on canals and along the river. Long duration
flooding will occur, with levels taking weeks to months to return
below flood stage. Water rescues will be necessary. River Road
becomes inaccessible, with 1 to 2 feet water depth in numerous
homes on Wildhog, Possum, Bonnet and Snail roads. Roads along Blue
Creek are inaccessible with major flooding of homes on Otter,
Branch and Chestnut roads. Camp South Moon Road and Juno Trail are
inaccessible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:30 AM EDT Wednesday the stage was 3.7 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 8:30 AM EDT Wednesday was 3.8 feet.
- Forecast...River levels are forecast to crest around 3.8 feet
this week, then begin a gradual decline late in the week.
- Flood stage is 2.3 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars
through flooded areas.
Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued late tonight at 200 AM EDT.