East Central Florida - Wednesday November 15, 2023: The National Weather Service (NWS) in Melbourne continues to maintain a Coastal Flood Advisory for the Treasure and Space Coasts which remains in effect through 4 a.m. Thursday, The NWS has also issued a flood watch that takes effect this afternoon and will remain in effect until Thursday afternoon.
Onshore winds and above normal tides are combining to generate flooding of low areas along the shore. Flood prone locations in Martin County are especially vulnerable during high tides.
Motorists are reminded not to drive around barricades, or through water of unknown depth, and residents are also encouraged to take the necessary steps to protect flood-prone property.
COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY - IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM THURSDAY
- WHAT: Minor coastal flooding.
- WHERE: Coastal Volusia, Coastal Indian River, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Martin, Mainland Northern Brevard, Northern Brevard Barrier Islands, Mainland Southern Brevard and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands Counties.
- WHEN: Until 4 a.m. Thursday.
- IMPACTS: Some flooding of low-lying lots, parks and roadways may occur near the shoreline. Only isolated road closures are expected.
NWS
FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THIS AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON
- WHAT: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Expect widespread rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches of rain, with locally higher amounts to around 6 inches.
- WHERE: A portion of east central Florida, including - Coastal Indian River, Coastal Martin, Coastal Saint Lucie, Coastal Volusia, Inland Indian River, Inland Martin, Inland Northern Brevard, Inland Saint Lucie, Inland Southern Brevard, Mainland Northern Brevard, Mainland Southern Brevard, Northern Brevard Barrier Islands and Southern Brevard Barrier Islands.
- WHEN: From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.
- IMPACTS: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
- FLOOD SAFETY TIPS and RESOURCES > http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Residents should monitor forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.