Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued late tonight at 400 AM EDT.

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Florida... Suwannee River at Branford (US 27) affecting Lafayette and Suwannee Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Suwannee River at Branford (US 27). * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 27.0 feet, In Lafayette County, flooding expands along SE River Drive, isolating homes in the area. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:00 AM EDT Friday the stage was 26.5 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM EDT Friday was 26.8 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage late Monday evening and continue falling to 22.5 feet Friday, May 03. - Flood stage is 25.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 26.5 feet on 03/30/1945. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood