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The National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin has issued a Flood Warning for the following rivers in Florida Cypress Creek At SR 54 Worthington Gardens affecting Pasco County. .Heavy rain over the past couple of days will cause Cypress Creek at SR 54 Worthington Gardens to rise above flood stage. Any additional heavy rain tonight through Saturday could cause the river to rise higher than currently forecast.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Cypress Creek at SR 54 Worthington Gardens.
When: From Friday evening until further notice.
Impacts: At 8.0 feet, Flooding begins at the recreation area on State Road 54.
Additional Details: - At 9:00 PM EDT Wednesday the stage was 4.9 feet. - Bankfull stage is 8.0 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage late Friday evening and continue rising to 8.4 feet Saturday evening. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood stage is 8.0 feet. - Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 8.4 feet on 04/08/1973. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

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 Thursday afternoon at noon EDT.