Flood Warning issued November 2 at 10:07AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...

St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties.

.Downstream tidal effects on the St John River have slowed flow at
Astor. Heavy rainfall will lead to additional rises within Moderate
flood stage.

For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Moderate 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 9:30 AM Est Monday the stage was 3.4 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 9:30 AM Est Monday was 3.5 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crests of 3.8 feet
just after midnight tonight with additional tidal crest forecast
through Moderate flood stage this week.
- Flood stage is 2.3 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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 this evening at 1130 PM Est.

This month

1789th Weather alert at severity 4+ in the last 30 days