Lake CountyWednesday, November 4
The St. Johns River near Astor is set to rise further before it falls
The Daily Clermont team
If you live along the St. Johns River in Astor, more water is coming. Lake County Emergency Management says recent rain and more in the forecast should push levels higher before they drop, and Brevard County's rain is expected to drain into the river from Cocoa to Astor.
Three Astor boat ramps stay closed until water drops
| Boat ramp | Address |
|---|---|
| Butler Street Boat Ramp | 55400 Butler Street |
| Pearl Street Boat Ramp | 25140 E. Pearl Street |
| Lake George Boat Ramp | 58300 Lake George Road |
Source: WFTV
- Sandbags: Lake County Fire Rescue Station 10, 23023 State Road 40, Astor
- Osteen sandbags: 180 N. State Road 415, Wednesday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Bring your own shovels and gloves
- Trash: recycling, bulk and yard waste suspended Nov. 2-3; garbage continues
- Flood help: 352-343-9420; trash questions: 352-343-3776
In late October the river hit moderate flood stage after peaking near 3.8 feet, and hurricane conditions can push it to about 4.7 feet. Boaters, please keep to idle speed and leave no wake near flooded properties.