Headline:
Flood Advisory issued September 19 at 3:27PM EDT until September 19 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 19, 2024 - 12:27pm
Expires:
September 19, 2024 - 2:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...A portion of east central Florida, including the following
counties, Martin and St. Lucie.
* WHEN...Until 530 PM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 327 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain
have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Port Saint Lucie, Walton, Fort Pierce, Stuart, White City,
Jensen Beach, Palm City, Port Saint Lucie River Park, Saint
Lucie West, Indian River Estates, Tradition, North River
Shores, Fort Pierce South, Ocean Breeze Park, Tradition
Field, Collins Park Estates, Carlton, Hutchinson Island South
and Rio.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Martin, FL; St. Lucie, FL
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL