Headline:
Flood Advisory issued October 10 at 9:59PM EDT until October 11 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
Event:
Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 10, 2026 - 6:59pm
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 9:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
* WHERE...Southeastern Okeechobee County in east central Florida...
* WHEN...Until midnight EDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 959 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to
thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin
shortly in the advisory area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain
have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over
the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Treasure Island, Okeechobee, Four Seasons Estates, Taylor Creek,
Country Hills Estates, Whispering Pines, Basswood Estates and
Okeechobee Airport.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Instruction:
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Okeechobee, FL
Forcast Office:
NWS Melbourne FL
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov