...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THURSDAY AFTERNOON...
Expires: Thursday, October 15 at 2:00 pm
WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
WHERE...Myakka River at Myakka River State Park.
WHEN...Until Thursday afternoon.
IMPACTS...At 7.3 feet, Picnic areas and adjacent parking lots flood.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM EDT Tuesday the stage was 7.1 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM EDT Tuesday was 7.1 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 7.2 feet this afternoon. It will then fall below flood stage Thursday morning. - Flood stage is 7.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 7.2
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. 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 morning at 1115 AM EDT.