What was issued
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...
St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties.
.Heavy rainfall that has occurred upstream has resulted in continued
river levels in Minor Flood Stage. River levels are expected to
remain steady into the weekend as a large volume of water works north
through the basin, though developing northerly winds could generate a
small rise.
For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Minor flooding is
forecast.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...St Johns River near Astor.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 2.8 feet, Docks and boat ramps covered at South Moon
Fish Camp and approaching sea wall at Blair's Jungle Den. Water
approaching sites closest to the river at Fish Tales RV Resort and
Astor Landing Campground. Portion of Clair Street covered by river
water south of the Butler Boat Ramp. Docks underwater at the Astor
Bridge Marina and along Riveredge Drive. Portions of Fox Road are
covered with water nearest to the river. Acorn, Hazelnut and Redbud
roads are underwater with yards inundated.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 7:30 AM EST Wednesday the stage was 2.8 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 7:30 AM EST Wednesday was 2.8 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood
stage at 2.7 to 2.8 feet.
- Flood stage is 2.3 feet.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
What you should do
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 1115 PM EST.
Affected area