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Flood Warning Continues for Florida's St. Johns River, Threatening Homes
22 Oct
Summary
- Flood warning issued for over 3,000 people in Florida
- St. Johns River at Astor at risk of entering homes
- Flooding is second leading cause of weather-related deaths in the US
On October 22, 2025, the National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologists have announced the continuation of a flood warning for more than 3,000 people in Florida. The warning is due to heavy rain causing the St. Johns River at Astor to rise to a level where floodwaters could enter homes in the area.
The initial flood warning for the river was issued on August 25, 2025, and the slow-moving nature of the river means it can take time for the waters to recede. Each rainfall event extends the duration of the flood impacts. Flooding is the second greatest cause of weather-related deaths in the United States, and the NWS aims to alert people to nearby flood risks.
Meteorologists have stated that the river's rise is due to past rainfall and downstream impacts from tides and surge. Continued tide and wind effects could slow the water level decline, causing flood impacts to persist. Over the next few days, the river water levels are expected to drop, but flood-related impacts will begin at 2.3 feet.
