BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Concerns are growing in parts of Brevard County over the potential impacts of a developing storm off the coast.
On Monday, there was heavy rain across the county, and residents in the Oak Point Retirement Community saw the Indian River Lagoon spill into the street.
The conditions caused water to approach several homes, and residents are worried the situation could become worse over the next few days.
“It just drove it in like crazy. It went on for days, the heavy wind and waves,” Joanne Fiola said.
On Thursday and Friday, a developing low near the Florida Straits and an approaching cold front will bring numerous coastal showers and downpours.
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Rain chances are expected to climb to 60–80%, with some areas potentially picking up to 2-4 inches of rain in localized downpours.
Tom White said he was worried the increased rain could send water into some homes.
“I think that maybe some of the people here in the lower areas may want to consider putting some sandbags down,” White said. “It’s not going to take much more to get up into a level where it’s in their homes.”
Recent conditions have also caused beach erosion in Satellite Beach and South Patrick Shores.
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With more rough weather in the forecast, homeowners said they’re doing their best to prepare.
“Do what you can to protect your property, and don’t put yourself in any danger,” White said. “Get away from the water if it gets too high.”