Flood Warning
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
954 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin has issued a
Flood Warning for the following rivers in Florida...
Cypress Creek At SR 54 Worthington Gardens affecting Pasco County.
.Heavy rain over the past couple of days will cause Cypress Creek at
SR 54 Worthington Gardens to rise above flood stage. Any additional
heavy rain tonight through Saturday could cause the river to rise
higher than currently forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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 Thursday afternoon at noon EDT.
&&
FLC101-081600-
/O.NEW.KTBW.FL.W.0010.261010T0300Z-000000T0000Z/
/WRGF1.1.ER.261010T0300Z.261011T0000Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
954 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING UNTIL FURTHER
NOTICE...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Cypress Creek at SR 54 Worthington Gardens.
* WHEN...From Friday evening until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 8.0 feet, Flooding begins at the recreation area on
State Road 54.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 9:00 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 4.9 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage late
Friday evening and continue rising to 8.4 feet Saturday evening.
Additional rises are possible thereafter.
- Flood stage is 8.0 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 8.4
feet on 04/08/1973.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
LAT...LON 2819 8234 2814 8234 2814 8240 2819 8240
$$
Flood Statement
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
934 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida...
Withlacoochee At US 41 Dunnellon affecting Levy, Citrus and Marion
Counties.
.Elevated water levels continue on the Withlacoochee River at
Dunnellon due to a combination of excessive hydrilla growth along a
4.5 mile stretch of river between U.S. 41 and Lake Rousseau, and
recent heavy rainfall. Water levels are expected to hold steady for
the next several days remaining above flood stage.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars
through flooded areas.
Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.
The next statement will be issued Thursday afternoon at noon EDT.
&&
FLC017-075-083-081600-
/O.CON.KTBW.FL.W.0009.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
/DNLF1.1.OT.261007T0845Z.261008T0600Z.000000T0000Z.NO/
934 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Withlacoochee at US 41 Dunnellon.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 28.2 feet, Docks and boat ramps flood along the river
in Citrus and Marion counties.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 8:45 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 28.5 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 28.2 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 8:45 PM EDT Wednesday was 28.5 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 28.6 feet
just after midnight tonight.
- Flood stage is 28.2 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 28.7
feet on 08/09/2003.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
LAT...LON 2898 8244 2902 8248 2909 8244 2907 8237
$$
Flood Warning
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
736 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...Forecast flooding changed to Moderate severity for the following
rivers in Florida...
St Johns River Near Astor affecting Lake and Volusia Counties.
.The St Johns River at Astor is forecast to continue a steady rise
through this week due to northerly winds and repeated rounds of heavy
rainfall across the basin.
For the St. Johns River...including Cocoa 9w, Above Lake Harney,
Sanford, Deland, Astor...Moderate flooding is forecast.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
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 Thursday morning at 1100 AM EDT.
&&
FLC069-127-081500-
/O.CON.KMLB.FL.W.0003.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
/ASTF1.2.ER.261006T0945Z.261010T0600Z.000000T0000Z.NR/
736 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast. This approaches the flood of record.
* WHERE...St Johns River near Astor.
* WHEN...Until further notice.
* IMPACTS...At 3.0 feet, Water approaches or may enter lowest homes
on or near Wildhog Road and nearby canals. Flooding reaches the
parking lot of the Juno Trail Apartments. Flooding on portions of
Alligator Road and Holiday Road. Lowest lying yards along Blue
Creek are flooded. Roads at Astor Landing Campground and Lake
Dexter Boat Ramp begin to flood. Water enters lower homes closest
to the river on McPherson Lane.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 6:30 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 2.7 feet.
- Bankfull stage is 2.0 feet.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending
at 6:30 PM EDT Wednesday was 2.7 feet.
- Forecast...The river is expected to remain steady above flood
stage at 2.8 feet.
- Flood stage is 2.3 feet.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 3.1
feet on 09/10/2005.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
&&
LAT...LON 2908 8150 2932 8169 2935 8157 2910 8142
$$
Watson
Coastal Flood Warning
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ132-137-325-633-080600-
/O.UPG.KJAX.CF.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-261010T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KJAX.CF.W.0001.261007T1532Z-261008T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KJAX.CF.Y.0004.261008T2100Z-261010T1800Z/
Eastern Clay-Eastern Putnam-South Central Duval-Western St. Johns-
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THURSDAY TO 2 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, significant coastal
flooding. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal
flooding expected.
* WHERE...St Johns River Basin.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 5 PM EDT Thursday.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM Thursday to 2 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion will occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Greatest impacts will be expected at times
of high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
$$
Storm Surge Watch
STORM SURGE WATCH
NWS TAMPA BAY RUSKIN FL
1058 PM EDT WED OCT 7 2026
FLZ139-081100-
/O.CON.KTBW.SS.A.1009.000000T0000Z-000000T0000Z/
1058 PM EDT WED OCT 7 2026
Coastal Levy-
...STORM SURGE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT...
* LOCATIONS AFFECTED
- Cedar Key
- Yankeetown
- Fowler Bluff
* WIND
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind
- Peak Wind Forecast: 10-15 mph with gusts to 30 mph
- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Wind less than 39 mph
- The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
- PLAN: The sustained wind should remain less than tropical
storm force. Conditions may still be gusty.
- PREPARE: Little to no preparations needed to guard against
tropical winds at this time.
- ACT: Ensure emergency readiness should the forecast change.
- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Little to None
- Little to no potential impacts from wind.
* STORM SURGE
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Life-threatening storm surge possible
- Peak Storm Surge Inundation: The potential for 2-4 feet
above ground somewhere within surge prone areas
- Window of concern: Friday morning until Saturday morning
- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for storm
surge flooding greater than 3 feet above ground
- The storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
- PLAN: Plan for life-threatening storm surge flooding of
greater than 3 feet above ground.
- PREPARE: Evacuation efforts and flood preparations should
soon be brought to completion before conditions become
unsafe.
- ACT: Leave immediately if evacuation orders are given for
your area to avoid being cut off from emergency services or
needlessly risk lives.
- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Significant
- Areas of inundation with storm surge flooding accentuated
by waves. Damage to several buildings, mainly near the
coast.
- Sections of near-shore escape routes and secondary roads
become weakened or washed out, especially in usually
vulnerable low spots.
- Major beach erosion with heavy surf breaching dunes. Strong
and numerous rip currents.
- Moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks, and piers.
Several small craft broken away from moorings, especially
in unprotected anchorages.
* FLOODING RAIN
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:
- Peak Rainfall Amounts: Additional 2-4 inches, with locally
higher amounts
- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for
localized flooding rain
- The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from
the previous assessment.
- PLAN: Emergency plans should include the potential for
localized flooding from heavy rain.
- PREPARE: Consider protective actions if you are in an area
vulnerable to flooding.
- ACT: Heed any flood watches and warnings.
- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
- Localized rainfall flooding may prompt a few evacuations.
- Rivers and tributaries may quickly rise with swifter
currents. Small streams, creeks, canals, and ditches may
become swollen and overflow in spots.
- Flood waters can enter a few structures, especially in
usually vulnerable spots. A few places where rapid ponding
of water occurs at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor
drainage areas. Several storm drains and retention ponds
become near-full and begin to overflow. Some brief road and
bridge closures.
* TORNADO
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:
- Situation is unfavorable for tornadoes
- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Tornadoes not expected
- The tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
- PLAN: Tornadoes are not expected. Showers and thunderstorms
with gusty winds may still occur.
- PREPARE: Little to no preparations needed to protect
against tornadoes at this time. Keep informed of the latest
tornado situation.
- ACT: Listen for changes in the forecast.
- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Little to None
- Little to no potential impacts from tornadoes.
* FOR MORE INFORMATION:
- https://www.weather.gov/tbw
LAT...LON 2927 8277 2916 8268 2906 8266 2902 8264
2903 8269 2903 8271 2902 8273 2900 8276
2899 8275 2899 8276 2900 8277 2903 8278
2905 8281 2909 8283 2915 8283 2916 8298
2909 8303 2909 8308 2913 8310 2918 8309
2926 8311 2929 8315 2928 8316 2929 8317
2930 8316 2930 8316 2931 8315 2932 8314
2932 8311 2933 8311 2933 8311 2934 8310
2933 8309 2935 8306 2935 8306 2935 8307
2936 8307 2936 8306 2937 8307 2938 8306
2938 8305 2940 8303 2940 8303 2941 8303
2941 8302 2942 8303 2942 8302 2943 8302
2946 8300 2947 8299 2927 8277
$$
Flood Advisory
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
955 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLC057-081-080500-
/O.NEW.KTBW.FA.Y.0118.261008T0155Z-261008T0500Z/
/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Hillsborough FL-Manatee FL-
955 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM EDT THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Central Hillsborough County in west central Florida...
Northwestern Manatee County in west central Florida...
* WHEN...Until 100 AM EDT.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 955 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding.
Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Bradenton, Palmetto, Fish Hawk, Brandon, Ruskin, Greater Sun
Center, Riverview, Parrish, Palm River-Clair Mel, Ellenton,
Memphis, Sun City Center, Little Manatee River State Park,
Gibsonton, Wimauma, Progress Village, Boyette, Peter O Knight
Airport and Palm River.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
&&
LAT...LON 2772 8253 2777 8244 2781 8250 2789 8246
2782 8242 2783 8240 2783 8242 2787 8241
2790 8246 2793 8244 2798 8229 2791 8216
2749 8250 2753 8266
$$
Flood Advisory
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
906 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLC057-080400-
/O.NEW.KTBW.FA.Y.0117.261008T0106Z-261008T0400Z/
/00000.N.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
Hillsborough FL-
906 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT EDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Urban area and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...North Central Hillsborough County in west central
Florida...
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 906 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. This will cause urban and small stream flooding.
Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Tampa, Temple Terrace, East Lake-Orient Park, University, Pebble
Creek, Lettuce Lake Park, Tampa Executive Airport, University Of
South Florida, New Tampa, Florida State Fairgrounds, Busch
Gardens, Thonotosassa, Mango, Orient Park and Ybor City.
- https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
&&
LAT...LON 2812 8241 2817 8238 2817 8230 2813 8221
2794 8232 2797 8249
$$
Coastal Flood Advisory
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
1103 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ050-142-148-149-151-101200-
/O.NEW.KTBW.CF.Y.0001.261009T1200Z-261010T1200Z/
Pinellas-Coastal Citrus-Coastal Hernando-Coastal Pasco-
Coastal Hillsborough-
1103 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM FRIDAY TO 8 AM EDT
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Tides 1 to 3 feet above astronomical
* WHERE...Yankeetown to Egmont Key
* WHEN...8 AM Friday to 8 AM Saturday
* IMPACTS...A Coastal Flood Advisory indicates that onshore winds
and tides will combine to generate flooding of low areas along
the shore.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Listen to NOAA Weather Radio or your local media for the latest
updates on this situation.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ132-137-325-633-080600-
/O.UPG.KJAX.CF.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-261010T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KJAX.CF.W.0001.261007T1532Z-261008T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KJAX.CF.Y.0004.261008T2100Z-261010T1800Z/
Eastern Clay-Eastern Putnam-South Central Duval-Western St. Johns-
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THURSDAY TO 2 PM
EDT SATURDAY...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, significant coastal
flooding. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal
flooding expected.
* WHERE...St Johns River Basin.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Warning, until 5 PM EDT Thursday.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 5 PM Thursday to 2 PM EDT
Saturday.
* IMPACTS...Numerous roads may be closed. Low lying property
including homes, businesses, and some critical infrastructure
will be inundated. Some shoreline erosion will occur.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... Greatest impacts will be expected at times
of high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ124-138-233-333-GAZ154-166-080600-
/O.EXT.KJAX.CF.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-261008T2100Z/
/O.CON.KJAX.RP.S.0032.000000T0000Z-261011T1000Z/
Coastal Nassau-Coastal Flagler-Northeast Coastal St. Johns-
Southeast Coastal St. Johns-Coastal Glynn-Coastal Camden-
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SATURDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding.
For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Southeast Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT
Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Saturday
night.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even
the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
212 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
AMZ454-474-080600-
/O.CON.KJAX.SC.Y.0036.000000T0000Z-261008T0600Z/
Coastal waters from St. Augustine to Flagler Beach FL out 20 NM-
Waters from St. Augustine to Flagler Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM-
212 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM EDT
THURSDAY...
* WHAT... Seas 5 to 7 ft.
* WHERE...Northeast Florida coastal waters from St Augustine to
Flagler Beach out to 60 NM.
* WHEN...Until 2 AM EDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
Rip Current Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ124-138-233-333-GAZ154-166-080600-
/O.EXT.KJAX.CF.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-261008T2100Z/
/O.CON.KJAX.RP.S.0032.000000T0000Z-261011T1000Z/
Coastal Nassau-Coastal Flagler-Northeast Coastal St. Johns-
Southeast Coastal St. Johns-Coastal Glynn-Coastal Camden-
1132 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EDT THURSDAY...
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE SATURDAY
NIGHT...
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding.
For the High Rip Current Risk, dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...Southeast Georgia Beaches.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 PM EDT
Thursday. For the High Rip Current Risk, through late Saturday
night.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Rip currents can sweep even
the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Swim near a lifeguard. If caught in a rip current, relax and
float. Don`t swim against the current. If able, swim in a
direction following the shoreline. If unable to escape, face the
shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Melbourne FL
326 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ141-347-447-647-747-080900-
/O.CON.KMLB.RP.S.0036.000000T0000Z-261008T0900Z/
Coastal Volusia-Mainland Northern Brevard-
Northern Brevard Barrier Islands-Mainland Southern Brevard-
Southern Brevard Barrier Islands-
326 AM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...HIGH RIP CURRENT RISK REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and rough surf.
* WHERE...Coastal Volusia and Brevard Counties.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away
from shore into deeper water.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away
from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the
sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as jetties and
piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol flags and
signs.
Entering the surf is strongly discouraged. If caught in a rip
current, relax and float. Don`t swim against the current. If
able, swim in a direction following the shoreline. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
&&
$$
Coastal Flood Statement
Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Miami FL
759 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
FLZ168-172>174-080600-
/O.CON.KMFL.CF.S.0005.000000T0000Z-261008T1400Z/
Coastal Palm Beach County-Coastal Broward County-
Coastal Miami Dade County-Far South Miami-Dade County-
759 PM EDT Wed Oct 7 2026
...COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
MORNING...
* WHAT...Isolated minor coastal flooding.
* WHERE...Coastal Palm Beach County, Coastal Broward County,
Coastal Miami Dade County and Far South Miami-Dade County.
* WHEN...Through Thursday morning.
* IMPACTS...Some water on low lying roads and property.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Do not drive through flooded roadways.
&&
$$
