Withlacoochee River cresting at historic level Thursday
The Withlacoochee River is cresting at 19.5 feet Thursday, a full 7 feet above flood stage, causing major issues in parts of Pasco and Hernando counties.
Flooding could continue for weeks along the Withlacoochee River
Flooding is particularly bad on the Withlacoochee, which flows north through Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties. Mark Fulkerson is an engineer with the Southwest Florida Water Management District. He says some areas downriver are bracing for high water that might not come for a few weeks.
Withlacoochee River water levels still rising
Water levels in the Withlacoochee River continue to rise in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. According to the South Florida Water Management District, Hurricane Milton brought double-digit rainfall at the end of the wet season — a time when lakes,
Withlacoochee River rapidly rising, evacuation orders still in effect for some Hernando County residents
River flooding continues to be one of the biggest concerns following Hurricane Milton across Tampa Bay, with some communities preparing for the situation to worsen throughout the week.
'It's only gonna get worse': People leave flooded homes as Withlacoochee River continues to rise
For Chabra and his pregnant wife, it only took a few hours on Monday for water to flood half their home. The entire home will likely flood by Tuesday afternoon as the Withlacoochee River continues to rise.
Withlacoochee River levels continue to rise, residents being evacuated
The water levels from the Withlacoochee River continue to rise in Hernando County, which is putting residents and their homes in jeopardy. Rescue crews have been working around the clock to evacuate people.
Rising Withlacoochee River prompts evacuations
Flooding from Hurricane Milton is ongoing, and on Oct. 16, an evacuation order remained in effect for communities along the Withlacoochee River. The river is expected to soon reach its peak level.
'It's unprecedented': Withlacoochee River expected to crest Thursday
Flooding from Hurricane Milton is ongoing, and on Oct. 16, an evacuation order remained in effect for communities along the ...
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Withlacoochee River cresting a week after Milton
FOX 13’s Matthew McClellan has a look at the Withlacoochee River as it crests Thursday, impacting thousands of properties and prompting evacuations in several communities.
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Withlacoochee River Flooding Leads to US-301 Closure in Hernando County, Detour and Shelter Offered for Residents
US-301 in Hernando County is closed due to Withlacoochee River flooding, with detours set up and local evacuations advised.
Withlacoochee home owners urged to evacuate as dangerous post-Milton flooding continues
BUSHNELL — Sumter County officials are strongly advising residents along the Withlacoochee River to voluntarily evacuate as ...
US 301 in Hernando County closes due to flooding from the Withlacoochee River
The water levels of the Withlacoochee are still rising, but it's expected to crest early Wednesday into Thursday.
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County, Sheriff’s Office respond to rising river flooding
The excessive rainfall from Hurricane Milton has resulted in severe flooding for those who live along the banks of the ...
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Sumter County issues voluntary evacuation order as Withlacoochee River nears historic flood levels
Officials in Sumter County put out a voluntary evacuation order for those living along the Withlacoochee River on Monday.
Hernando County builds roadway allowing residents to access flooded properties
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — Residents of River Heights Estates can evacuate the Ridge Manor subdivision using a new emergency road, ...