NWS / NOAA weather: Flood Warning issued October 27 at 10:04AM EDT by NWS Melbourne 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...Moderate flooding is occurring and moderate flooding 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 and Bonnet 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 Tuesday the stage was 3.8 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 8:30 AM EDT Tuesday was 3.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 3.8 feet
this afternoon.
- Flood stage is 2.3 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Severity

Severe (4/5) · CAP Severe

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