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Flood Warning issued October 17 at 9:04AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL

Published October 17, 2026 9:07 am • Updated October 17, 2026 9:07 am • Florida

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties. .The St Johns River at Astor is forecast to remain in Minor Flood Stage today, then strong northeasterly winds will…

…The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida… St Johns River Near Astor affecting Volusia and Lake Counties. .The St Johns River at Astor is forecast to remain in Minor Flood Stage today, then strong northeasterly winds will slow river flow leading to a quick rise in levels. The river is forecast to reach Moderate Flood Stage late Sunday to early Monday, with a steady increase through Moderate Flood Stage forecast next week. For the St. Johns River…including Astor…Moderate flooding is forecast. * WHAT…Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast. * WHERE…St Johns River near Astor. * WHEN…Until further notice. * IMPACTS…At 2.3 feet, Many docks become submerged along the river and in canals in the…

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 late tonight at 1215 AM EDT.

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