...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL SATURDAY EVENING...
Expires: Saturday, October 17 at 8:00 pm
WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
WHERE...Myakka River at Myakka River State Park.
WHEN...Until Saturday evening.
IMPACTS...At 7.3 feet, Picnic areas and adjacent parking lots flood.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 7.2 feet. - Bankfull stage is 7.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 PM EDT Wednesday was 7.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 7.2 feet just after midnight tonight. It will then fall below flood stage early Saturday afternoon. - 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 Thursday morning at 1100 AM EDT.