Tropical Storm Debby dropped a record amount of more than 6 inches of rain at the Sarasota-Bradenton area Sunday, with some areas receiving above that total − with more on the way as heavy thunderstorms continue wrapping around the center as it moves toward an anticipated landfall in north Florida on Monday.
The rain and storm surge flooded many roads, particularly on the barrier islands, where beaches were under water. The storm system also caused tornado warnings for Sarasota and Manatee. Emergency managers continued to advise caution, noting that the storm effects will not end quickly.
This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: PHOTO GALLERY: See the impacts of Hurricane Debby on Sarasota, Bradenton