Wetter-Warnungen, St. Marks Boat Ramp

Flood Warning issued May 19 at 9:42AM EDT until May 22 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Tallahassee FL ...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Florida... St. Marks River near Newport On Old Magnolia Rd affecting Wakulla and Leon Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...St. Marks River near Newport On Old Magnolia Rd. * WHEN...Until Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...At 8.5 feet, Water approaches the steps to an elevated residence on Old Magnolia Road in Wakulla County. Other elevated structures begin to be surrounded by water. Portions of the Natural Bridge State Park near the river begin to flood in Leon County. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM EDT Sunday the stage was 8.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM EDT Sunday was 8.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise to a crest of 8.5 feet tomorrow morning. It will then fall below flood stage Tuesday evening. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 8.5 feet on 03/19/2014. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. 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 this evening at 1100 PM EDT.