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Flood Warning issued October 27 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Affecting Lake, FL; Volusia, FL

In effect until: Oct 28, 2026, 3:00 PM

Lake, FL; Volusia, FL

Confirmed across 2 counties in FL; expires 3:00 PM.

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 Wednesday morning at 1100 AM EDT.

Read the original bulletin (official text)
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...

St Johns River Near Astor affecting Lake and Volusia Counties.

.Persistent and gusty northeast winds are slowing river flow. The St
Johns River at Astor will remain in Moderate Flood Stage, though
river levels are forecast to slowly decline through this weekend.

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, 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 PM 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 PM EDT Tuesday was 3.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 3.8 feet
just after midnight tonight.
- Flood stage is 2.3 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™