Alertes en vigueurSeminole

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida St Johns River Near Sanford affecting Seminole County. .Heavy rainfall has caused river levels on the St. Johns near Sanford to rise. The river is forecast to climb into Minor flood stage in the next couple days, with a continued rise through Minor flood stage through the weekend. For the St. Johns Riverincluding SanfordMinor flooding is forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: St Johns River near Sanford.
When: Until further notice.
Impacts: At 6.5 feet, Water enters a few lower lying homes in the Stone Island and Stillbrook subdivisions. The road into Stone Island becomes impassable. Water rises onto low lying property near Sanford. Parks and docks are flooded near Lake Monroe.
Additional Details: - At 7:30 PM EST Wednesday the stage was 5.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 4.2 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage tomorrow evening and continue rising to 6.4 feet Monday evening. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood stage is 5.5 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 Thursday morning at 1115 AM EST.