Flood Advisory Issued for Volusia County Through Early Evening
Heavy thunderstorms dump up to 2 inches of rain across Volusia County, prompting flood warnings for Daytona Beach and surrounding areas through early evening.
DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA — The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for Volusia County on Monday afternoon, warning residents of minor flooding through 6:45 p.m. as heavy rainfall continues across the region.
The advisory, issued at 4:46 p.m., affects a portion of east central Florida where Doppler radar and automated rain gauges detected heavy rain from ongoing thunderstorms. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have already fallen across the area, with minor flooding either underway or expected to begin shortly.
Weather officials predict an additional 1 to 3 inches of rainfall over the affected area, which will result in continued minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Multiple Cities Expected to Experience Flooding
The National Weather Service identified numerous locations that will experience flooding during the advisory period. These include Daytona Beach, Port Orange, New Smyrna Beach, South Daytona, Holly Hill, and Daytona Beach Shores.
Additional areas expected to see flooding include Daytona Beach Airport, Daytona International Speedway, Ponce Inlet, Allandale, Harbor Oaks, and Spruce Creek. The advisory also covers Wilbur By The Sea, Samsula-Spruce Creek, New Smyrna Beach Airport, and Glencoe.
Safety Precautions During Flood Conditions
Residents in the affected areas should exercise caution when traveling through low-lying areas and locations with poor drainage. The National Weather Service advises drivers to avoid flooded roadways and turn around if they encounter standing water.
The flood advisory is scheduled to remain in effect until 6:45 p.m. Monday evening, according to the National Weather Service Melbourne office. Officials continue to monitor rainfall totals and drainage conditions throughout Volusia County as the weather system moves through the area.
