Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...

St Johns River Near Astor and Deland affecting Lake and Volusia Counties.

.Persistent and gusty northeast winds are slowing river flow. The river at Astor continues in Moderate flood while the river at Deland is forecast to reach Minor Flood Stage this afternoon or tonight. Water levels at both sites are forecast to begin a slow decline late this week and weekend.

For the St. Johns River at Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast. For the St. Johns River near Deland...Minor 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 and Bonnet 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 AM 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 AM EDT Tuesday was 3.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 3.8 feet this afternoon. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood