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Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 1215 AM EST SUNDAY... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...A portion of east central Florida, including the following counties, Martin and St. Lucie. * WHEN...Until 1215 AM EST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 945 PM EST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Port Saint Lucie, Walton, Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jupiter Island, Palm City, Port Salerno, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, Saint Lucie Nuclear Power Plant, White City, Sewall`s Point, Witham Field, North River Shores, Nettles Island, Port Saint Lucie River Park, Hobe Sound Beach, Indian River Estates, Saint Lucie West and Jonathan Dickinson State Park. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood