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Flood Warning

Issued at Mon 8:05 PM Jun. 22
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Florida Choctawhatchee River near Bruce (SR 20) affecting Walton and Washington Counties.
What: Minor flooding is forecast.
Where: Choctawhatchee River near Bruce (SR 20).
When: From late Tuesday night until further notice.
Impacts: At 16.0 feet, Portions of Big Cedar, Cowford, and Choctawhatchee River Roads in Walton County are impassible above this level. Structures in the area not elevated begin flooding. Portions of Choctaw Road in Washington County begin to flood along with Strickland Road in the far southwestern portion of the county.
Additional Details: - At 7:45 PM CDT Monday the stage was 10.3 feet. - ForecastThe river is expected to rise above flood stage early Wednesday morning and continue rising to a crest of 15.1 feet Thursday morning. - Flood stage is 14.0 feet. - Flood HistoryThis crest compares to a previous crest of 15.1 feet on 02/08/1983. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued Tuesday afternoon at 215 PM CDT.

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