Flood Warning

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

St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties.

.Downstream tidal effects on the St John River have slowed flow at Astor. Heavy rainfall will lead to additional rises within Moderate flood stage.

For the St. Johns River...including Astor...Moderate 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 9:30 AM EST Monday the stage was 3.4 feet. - Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 AM EST Monday was 3.5 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crests of 3.8 feet just after midnight tonight with additional tidal crest forecast through Moderate flood stage this week. - Flood stage is 2.3 feet. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood