Severe Flooding Impacting Multiple Rivers in Florida
The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin, FL, has issued a Flood Warning for several rivers in Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Sarasota, and DeSoto counties. This warning is in effect until 9:00 PM EDT on August 7, 2024. Residents and local authorities should prepare for significant flooding impacts.
Current Conditions and Forecast
Rivers Under Flood Warning:
- Hillsborough River: Moderate flooding forecasted near Hillsborough River State Park and Morris Bridge.
- Alafia River: Major flooding expected at Lithia and Riverview near US 301.
- Little Manatee River: Major flooding forecasted at Wimauma at US 301.
- Manatee River: Moderate flooding expected at Rye Bridge and near Myakka Head at SR 64.
- Cypress Creek: Minor flooding forecasted at SR 54 Worthington Gardens.
- Myakka River: Moderate flooding expected at Myakka River State Park.
- Horse Creek: Moderate flooding forecasted near Arcadia at SR 72.
- Anclote River: Moderate flooding expected at Elfers at Little Road.