Floodwaters rise along St. Johns River in Central Florida
Here’s how high the St. Johns River could reach near these Central Florida cities
But other areas haven’t been so lucky. Flooding in the river near Sanford and DeLand has continued to surge, and the National Water Prediction Service forecasts these flood levels to keep rising. The waters are even expected to rise yet again in Astor.
Milton’s aftermath: Floodwaters rise along St. Johns River in Central Florida
As Central Floridians stagger to their feet from Hurricane Milton — picking up debris and watching their lights come back on — emergency officials are preparing for another potential disaster:
Rising St. Johns River causes flooding concerns in Seminole, Volusia, Lake counties
Days after Hurricane Milton moved across Central Florida, water levels continue to rise in several Central Florida communities.
Like Hurricane Ian in 2022, Hurricane Milton will keep St. Johns River high for weeks
The second act of Hurricane Milton will keep the St. Johns River high until floodwater reaches the ocean. High tide cycles will bring minor flooding.
St. Johns River, other major water bodies prepare for intense impacts from Hurricane Milton
The St. Johns River basin is already at high levels in a few areas in Central Florida, which means officials are preparing relentlessly for Milton.
Flooding along St. Johns River remains major concern after Hurricane Milton
As Central Florida continues to recover from Hurricane Milton, flooding in some areas is still a major concern.
St. Johns County sees record flooding from Hurricane Milton. Here's why it could last weeks
The record flood level was mostly caused by "rainfall runoff from the widespread 5-10 inches of rain that fell across St. Johns County.
Florida flooding still a fear in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, including along St. Johns River
Milton left widespread destruction as it caused storm surge, damaging winds and tornadoes. It made landfall as a Category 3 storm about 8:30 p.m. Wednesday near Siesta Key in Sarasota County, with 120 mph maximum sustained winds, before crossing the state.
Astor residents brace for record flooding as St. Johns River rises
Some Astor residents are bracing for more flooding, just two years after Hurricane Ian forced them from their homes. The St. Johns River is expected to reach "major flood stage" next week, leaving many on edge.
Pictures: Floodwaters rise along the St. Johns River after Hurricane Milton
One Orlando-area man died in Hurricane Milton. Here’s his story.
Discussing St. Johns River rising with Seminole County
FOX 35's Amy Kaufeldt spoke with Chief Administrator for the Seminole County Office of Emergency Management, Alan Harris, about the rising of the St. Johns River. This could potential cause major flooding and the county is preparing.
How healthy is St. Johns River? Environmental report details 'reasons to be concerned'
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Florida neighbors preparing for St. Johns River crest
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Sen. Rick Scott tours flooded homes along St. Johns River; says FEMA funding on the way
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Slow-to-recede river flooding plagues Florida after Milton blasted state with torrential rain
Hurricane Milton is long gone, but the lingering effects from its torrential rains that measured over a foot in many areas ...