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 345 AM EDT.

The Flood Warning is extended for the following rivers in Florida... Aucilla River at Lamont (US 27) affecting Jefferson, Taylor and Madison Counties. * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Aucilla River at Lamont (US 27). * WHEN...Until tomorrow morning. * IMPACTS...At 53.0 feet, Minor lowland flooding begins. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 8:45 AM EDT Friday the stage was 53.1 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 8:45 AM EDT Friday was 53.3 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to fall below flood stage this evening and continue falling to 51.9 feet Wednesday morning. - Flood stage is 53.0 feet. - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of 53.1 feet on 01/10/2024. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood