A coastal flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Jacksonville at 11:16 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26. That includes the following counties: Trout River and South Central Duval.
The NWS warns: “Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.”
See weather radar for Jacksonville area
What are meteorologists saying?
At 11:16 a.m., the NWS issued a statement:
WHAT: Significant coastal flooding.
WHERE: Trout River and South Central Duval Counties.
WHEN: Until 8 a.m. EDT Friday.
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: Total water levels of 1 to 3 feet with isolated locations up to 4 feet are possible from Hurricane Helene.
What to do during a flood warning
- If advised to evacuate, do so immediately.
- Use a battery-operated radio or television to get the latest emergency information.
- Do not walk through floodwater. Just six inches of floodwater can sweep you off your feet if it is moving swiftly.
- Turn around, don\’t drown; do not drive into a flooded street. Cars can be swept away by two feet of moving water or there may be unseen damage to the road. If you come to a flooded area turn around and go another way. Most flood-related deaths are caused by people driving through water.
- Watch out for fire hazards.
- Move to higher ground.
- Stay alert, turn weather notifications on.
- Do not allow children to play in flowing water. Waters can hide rocks, trees and debris.