The St. Johns River near Astor, affecting Lake and Volusia Counties in Florida, continues to experience moderate flooding, according to a Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) Melbourne FL on October 17. Recent rainfall, combined with downstream impacts from tides and surge, has led to the river remaining in Moderate Flood Stage. The NWS forecasts the river to remain steady or slowly fall within Moderate Flood Stage through the upcoming weekend and early next week, with the possibility of tide and wind effects periodically slowing the decline.
The impacts of the flooding are already being felt, with water approaching or potentially entering the lowest homes on or near Wildhog Road and nearby canals. Additionally, flooding has reached the parking lot of the Juno Trail Apartments, portions of Alligator Road and Holiday Road, and the lowest lying yards along Blue Creek. Roads at Astor Landing Campground and Lake Dexter Boat Ramp are beginning to flood, and water is entering lower homes closest to the river on McPherson Lane.
The current stage of the St. Johns River near Astor is at 3.2 feet, with the river expected to remain above flood stage at 3.2 feet. The flood stage is 2.3 feet, and the NWS has issued a Flood Warning until further notice. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay informed about the situation and take necessary precautions.
As climate change continues to impact weather patterns globally, events like the flooding in Florida serve as a reminder of the importance of preparedness and resilience in the face of extreme weather conditions. The collaboration between meteorological agencies like the NWS and local communities is crucial in mitigating the risks associated with such natural disasters.
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References:
– NWS Melbourne FL. (2021, October 17). Flood Warning issued October 17 at 8:54PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.b00ea72f24c305a08e979cf6fff112458c2bf1e3.001.1.cap]
– NWS Wilmington NC. (2021, October 17). Coastal Flood Advisory issued October 17 at 8:51PM EDT until October 17 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC. [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.cce80124c596455589c6d9c65ecd110ffe16f2d5.001.1.cap]
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