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Flood Warning issued November 2 at 8:57PM EST by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL

Published November 2, 2026 8:58 pm • Updated November 2, 2026 8:58 pm • Florida

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... Alafia River At Lithia affecting Hillsborough County. Peace River At Arcadia at SR 70 affecting DeSoto County. Horse Creek Near Arcadia at SR 72 affecting DeSoto County. ...The Flood Warning…

…The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida… Alafia River At Lithia affecting Hillsborough County. Peace River At Arcadia at SR 70 affecting DeSoto County. Horse Creek Near Arcadia at SR 72 affecting DeSoto County. …The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Florida… Manatee River Near Myakka Head at SR 64 affecting Manatee County. Peace River At Zolfo Springs at SR 17 affecting Hardee County. .Heavy rain of 5 to 10 inches across portions of west central Florida will cause several rivers across the region to climb above flood stage over the next couple of days. * WHAT…Minor flooding is occurring and major flooding is forecast. * WHERE…Peace River at Arcadia at SR 70. *…

Official safety instructions

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. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Tuesday afternoon at noon EST.

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