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Flood Warning issued November 2 at 10:07AM EST by NWS Melbourne FL

Published November 2, 2026 10:10 am • Updated November 2, 2026 10:10 am • Florida

...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…

…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…

Official safety instructions

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 this evening at 1130 PM EST.

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