Seminole County opens sandbag sites out of an abundance of caution after nearly 20 inches of rain fell in portions of Central Florida.

A woman and a man were killed in a collision between two watercraft along the St. Johns River in Brevard County on Sunday.

The St. Johns River is one of the rare rivers in the U.S. that flows north — and it moves at a very slow, almost lazy pace.

Central Florida enjoys a welcome taste of fall!

It’ll stay breezy for the next several days, but drier weather is on the way.

Flood threat remains elevated along Central Florida’s coast during high tide

Friday has been designated a Weather Alert Day by the News 6 Weather Team.

With rain in the forecast this week, Seminole County has opened up two sandbag sites for people who need them.

Residents along the St. Johns River in Astor are once again facing flooding threats as water levels continue to rise, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a flood warning Monday.

A flood warning is now in effect along the St. Johns River near the Astor area. Wetter-than-normal conditions are expected for the majority of the work week, increasing the threat for minor flooding from Tuesday to Thursday.

Volusia County leaders are urging the Florida Department of Transportation to accelerate the timeline for its “Beyond the Ultimate I-4” project, which will bring major improvements to the stretch of I-4 between Volusia and Seminole counties.

To celebrate St. Johns Riverkeeper’s 25th anniversary, 25 Taps for the St. Johns aims to raise awareness about the importance of clean water for both the St. Johns River and the craft beer community.

Construction is now complete to replace the old drawbridge connecting Lake and Volusia counties above the St. Johns River near DeLand, according to the Florida Department of Transportation.

Just moments after the airboat’s propeller began to roar and the watercraft started gliding across waters of Lake Jesup, we found ourselves surrounded by wildlife.

Ten days after a boat capsized on the St. Johns River, crews have located the final missing child, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

A child remains unaccounted for nearly 60 hours after a vessel capsized on the St. Johns River near the Dames Point Bridge, sending 8 people into the water.

Coast Guard officials said that the vessel they were on capsized near Goat Island on Friday evening, prompting the search for survivors.

A person on a personal watercraft was injured in a crash with a boat on Saturday on the St. Johns River, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

State agencies investigating a massive fish kill in Lake Apopka say they've ruled out some possibilities but are still unsure what caused the incident.

A dangerous situation on I-4 near Sanford ended with a woman falling off the bridge and into the St. John's River.

A victim was rescued after jumping into the St. Johns River near Sanford following a crash and a close call with a tractor-trailer.

Many communities along the St. Johns River are still dealing with major flooding. Predictions show the water levels could soon drop — very slowly.

Volusia County leaders say Hurricane Milton caused an estimated $267 million worth of damage.

Even after Hurricane Milton left the state, some areas along the river have reached staggering flood levels.

DeLand residents, including Julian and Jayne Kepler, are dealing with significant flooding after Hurricane Milton caused water levels to rise in the area.

A breakdown of the river and lake flood stages we hear about during heavy rain events, and what they mean to you.

Hurricane Milton is behind us, but flooding is still impacting people along the St. Johns River.

The heavy rain has passed, but the water level continues to rise days and in some cases weeks after the storm. Why is that?

The combination of heavy rain south of the St. Johns River and strong northerly winds on the backside of Hurricane Milton are sending the St. Johns River into major flood stage.

Up to 90% of the county could have its power knocked out as Milton passes through, officials say.

Water levels are high and concerning in Seminole County as residents wait to see what Hurricane Helene brings. The St. Johns River near Lake Monroe is already inches below the action stage from the summer storms a few weeks ago.

Concerns about flooding are increasing for people who live in Astor as some streets are already filled with water ahead of a potential impact from Hurricane Helene.

A few strong thunderstorms are possible and we may see rainfall of 2-4 inches or more in some areas, which could lead to flooding.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has developed a list of projects aimed at protecting the Astor area of Lake County from repeated flooding during hurricanes.

The conventional wisdom in Florida is that if you see a body of water, assume there is a gator in it. But some bodies of water have more than others — quite a few more.

One person was sent to the hospital as a trauma alert and another was injured after two boats collided in the Sanford area on Sunday, according to the Seminole County Fire Department.

Deputies said they responded to the 10100 block of State Road 46 in Mims — near the St. Johns River — on Saturday evening.

An area of low pressure that formed over the Gulf of Mexico is set to bring severe weather through Central Florida.

As a strong storm approaches the state, Volusia County's emergency officials said Thursday that they will be keeping an eye out for flooding, rough surf, and some possible beach erosion.

A new bridge over the St. Johns River is expected to ease traffic for drivers going forward.

A river flood warning is in effect for small areas in Lake and Volusia counties along the St. Johns River as heavy rainfall is expected to persist in Central Florida over the coming days.

It will be much more dry this week in Central Florida.

The St. Johns river hit moderate flood stage Sunday after already hitting a minor level this past week, causing growing concerns for some neighborhood residents.

The combination of a stiff northeast breeze, astronomical high tide and recent heavy rain sent the river into minor flood stage Thursday. Continued rain has caused the river to rise even further.

Residents living near the St. John's River have been dealing with flooding after the north-flowing river entered into a minor flood stage this week.

A flood warning is in effect until further notice for the St. Johns River near Astor.

After Hurricane Ian hit last September, John Carter showed News 6 how deep the water was on his street by taking us through on a boat. His driveway looked like a river leading out to Lake Harney.

A historic tugboat built in DeLand in 1944 has made its final voyage back into Volusia County after being in Europe for 79 years.

Lake County Emergency Management is putting out warnings that the St. Johns River in Astor is expected to reach minor flood stage — signifying 2.3 feet of water — Sunday evening or later.

New Smyrna Beach will remain closed to driving Saturday due to extremely high tides, according to police.

A flood warning is in effect for Volusia and Lake counties for the St. Johns River near Astor.

This is the 11th year of the St. Johns River Festival of the Arts in Sanford. Admission to the event and parking is free.

A Cocoa man was found dead Tuesday in the St. Johns River, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

For DeBary Mayor Karen Chasez, maintaining a small-town feel while expanding the city is important for her community.

A historic World War II tugboat’s journey home to DeLand, where it was built, now faces another delay.

The National Weather Service is now reporting the St. John’s River near Astor in Lake County is out of its flood stage — more than three months after Hurricane Ian.

The St. Johns River’s temperature is still in the 50s, and that means manatees continue to pile into nearby Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County.

The drop in temperatures means colder water, and more manatees coming to Blue Spring State Park seeking a warm spot.

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In Geneva, officials say Lake Harney has crested, but it may be a few more days before Lake Monroe recedes.

The St. Johns River is rising faster than expected in the Astor area and has hit major flood stage because of Hurricane Nicole.

The St. Johns River is already swelling because of Hurricane Nicole, and the city of Sanford is bracing for a new round of flooding because of that.

The St. Johns River is rising faster than expected in the Astor area, and has hit major flood stage because of Hurricane Nicole.

As Subtropical Storm Nicole gets closer to the east coast of Florida, the effects from the storm will be felt all over.

Expect a few extra clouds Tuesday with highs again in the mid-80s.

Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Ian unleashed heavy rain and powerful winds, several Seminole County families are still trying to recover.

Nearly 10 days after historic rainfall from Hurricane Ian, parts of the St. Johns River still haven’t crested.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers told News 6 its team is setting up a visit to the town of Astor as soon as possible to study possible methods to prevent future flooding from storms.

Robyne Meeker is enjoying the island life. She has a seat in her lawn chair just feet from the water. A breeze flows through the queen palms just overhead. But this is no tropical getaway. She’s up against her Osteen home on the last sliver of land not yet taken by the St. Johns River.

With many homes overwhelmed by flooding near the St. Johns River in Geneva, one man has opened up his business to help neighbors in need.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers secure funding this month to study ways to protect the town of Astor from future floods.

The St. Johns River, which has already exceeded flood stage where it passes through Deland, is predicted to rise more than five inches in the next few days, according to the National Weather Service.

The Florida Department of Transportation announced an emergency road closure of all lanes of State Road 46 at the St. Johns River in Brevard County.

The Seminole County Office of Emergency Management held a news briefing Sunday morning to discuss the rising waters and future flood risks to the area’s lakefronts following Ian.

A wrong-way driver caused a crash on I-95 Friday night before she carjacked a FedEx truck, crashed it downtown and jumped into the St. Johns River.

Florida natives and tourists can party and take a cruise on Lake Monroe while getting in their exercise time.

No other details on how the accident occurred were released.

Tropical moisture will pour into Central Florida.

Sea level rise along the Central Florida coast could impact residents who live inland, and it could get worse if the region experiences a major hurricane.

The crash is in the area of SR 44 and Shell Road, near the St. Johns River and the Volusia-Lake county line.

The body of a missing 16-year-old boy was located after the teen disappeared when a canoe overturned, authorities said.

An extensive search is underway for a 16-year-old who went missing after their canoe flipped in the St. Johns River.

A crash involving a tanker leaked hundreds of gallons of fuel into the St. Johns River and has State Road 528 shut down while crews respond, according to Orange County Fire Rescue officials.

Newly released video shows a boater being wounded in a shootout on the St. Johns River.

Three people were arrested and two were hospitalized following a shooting between parties who were boating and jet skiing Saturday on the St. Johns River in Astor, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – One male was rescued and another was found dead after their boat capsized Monday night on the St. Johns River in Seminole County, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The males were on a 13-foot boat near Mullet Lake Park around 7 p.m. when the vessel overturned for an unknown reason. Officials said both victims tried to swim toward the shore but one of them went under the water and never resurfaced. The other victim was found dead during the overnight hours on the water bottom near the boat. The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office and the FWC conducted the search using dive teams and a helicopter.

The window rattling noise was caused by training happening at the Pinecastle Range Complex, a Navy training facility in the Ocala National Forest. Use extra caution when driving through the Ocala National Forest and surrounding areas. Secure any items around your residence that could attract wildlife,” according to the Naval Air Station Jacksonville which manages the site. “Always be mindful of larger animals including black bears and practice bearwise measures.”Seminole County Fire said it received several 911 calls from residents reporting “booms” in the Sanford area. Radar detected smoke from the Astor Farms area blowing over Lake Monroe .

SANFORD, Fla. A massive fire erupted early Thursday in Sanford when a gas line ruptured, prompting officials to evacuate 800 nearby homes. Crews discovered the ruptured 12-inch gas line in a remote area near the Black Bear Wilderness Area. Live report at 5 @news6wkmg pic.twitter.com/Fsm9snwmNL Justin Campbell (@JCampbellNews6) September 10, 2020The gas line was turned off around 2:30 a.m. and the fire was extinguished. Its not known what caused the gas line to rupture. Some gathered at a nearby gas station.

Hundreds of boats idle through downtown on the St. Johns River during a rally Sunday, June 14, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla., celebrating President Donald Trump's birthday. (Will Dickey/The Florida Times-Union via AP)WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. Trump supporters in Florida were celebrating the president's birthday Sunday with caravans, flotillas and parades throughout his adopted homestate. In Palm Beach County home of President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort separate caravans of trucks, motorcycles and boats were riding along highways and the intercoastal waterway at various times in the morning. The organizers were part of the president's Florida re-election effort. The Palm Beach Post reports that an anti-Trump caravan also was riding through the county Sunday to protest racism and call for police reforms.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. – A man was found dead after going missing in the St. Johns River after a canoe capsized on Sunday, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Authorities with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission said a canoe with a man and woman were on the St. Johns River near State Road 40 in Astor and their boat capsized at around 2:30 p.m. Neighbors told News 6 they got into their boats and went out on the water to help rescue the two when they heard cries for help from the river. The FWC said the woman was able to swim until she was brought to shore by a good samaritan. Crews from Florida Fish and Wildlife, Lake County deputies as well as Fire & Rescue, and Volusia County Deputies were on hand for the search, which ended when the man’s body was found a little before 8:30 p.m.FWC officials later identified the man as Francisco Gomez Sergio, 58.