Flood Advisory issued October 8 at 2:35PM EDT until October 8 at 4:30PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

* WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE…Southeastern St. Lucie County in east central Florida… * WHEN…Until 430 PM EDT. * IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – At 235 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. – Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. – Some locations that will experience flooding include… Port Saint Lucie, Walton, Saint Lucie Nuclear Power Plant, Jensen Beach, Indian River Estates, Port Saint Lucie River Park, Nettles Island,…

Official safety instructions

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. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.

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