River Statement
Issued by NWS Melbourne, FL
Issued by NWS Melbourne, FL
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646 FGUS82 KMLB 100153 RVSMLB FLC069-117-127-110200- Hydrologic Statement National Weather Service Melbourne FL 953 PM EDT Wed Oct 9 2024 River levels on the St. Johns are forecast to steadily rise this week, as heavy rain from Hurricane Milton affects the basin. Lake Harney, Sanford, and Deland are all in Action Stage. Continued rises to Minor Flood are anticipated at these 3 points, with Lake Harney and Deland reaching Moderate Flood this weekend and Sanford reaching Moderate Flood early next week. Further rises at Lake Harney and Deland to Major Flood Stage are expected next week. Residents and interests along the St. Johns River should be sure to stay up to date on the forecast this week and prepare for prolonged flooding impacts. Fld Observed Forecasts (8 pm) Location Stg Stg Day/Time Thu Fri Sat Sun Mon St Johns River Sanford 5.5 4.5 Wed 8 pm 5.2 5.6 6.2 6.7 7.1 Deland 4.0 3.6 Wed 8 pm 4.0 4.3 4.7 5.1 5.5 Above Lake Harne 8.0 6.5 Wed 8 pm 7.4 8.6 9.5 10.0 10.3 $$