WeatherWednesday, November 4
The Peace River is forecast to crest Thursday morning, with forecasts of 16.7 and 16.4 feet
The 5AM North Port team
If you live near the Peace River, keep an eye on it. Charlotte County Public Works crews are checking primary ditches, outfalls and structures that may see higher-than-normal water, and residents are urged to use caution around flooded roads. ABC7 WWSB's meteorologist said the river is expected to crest Thursday morning at 16.7 feet, though an update put it at 16.4 feet.
The Peace River crest could put homes at risk
- 16.7 feet
- forecast crest Thursday morning
- 60 homes
- and a couple of businesses could see some flooding
- 40 mph
- winds in Tuesday's boating advisory
Source: ABC7 WWSB
- Main concern: Englewood, Rotonda, Placida and toward south Venice
- Manatee River: minor flooding at Myakka Head
- Manatee County: not expected to have much of a problem for a while
Tuesday night's showers were forecast to fade, with a 40% chance of rain when polls closed at 7 p.m. and 0% by 9 p.m. Heading out Thursday morning? We suggest checking the roads near the river first.
Tuesday night's rain chance dropped from 40% to 0%
Source: ABC7 WWSB
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| Value | |
|---|---|
| 7 p.m. | 40% |
| 9 p.m. | 0% |