As tropical system Invest90L approaches Florida, heavy rains have produced flash flooding across Sarasota and Manatee counties.
A flash flood warning remains in effect for south central Manatee County and northwestern Sarasota County until 10 p.m. tonight.
Flooding has been reported on the north side of Fruitville Road between Beneva Road and Tuttle Avenue, as well as multiple locations in and around downtown Sarasota.
“A weak low pressure centered just offshore of Manatee/Sarasota counties is leading to a corridor of heavier rainfall in Sarasota,” according to the latest report from the National Weather Service in Ruskin. “Between 3 to 6 inches of rain has fallen with widespread reports of flooding in the area.”
More rainfall is expected through the rest of the week and flooding may be possible later this week.
⚠️FLASH FLOOD WARNING⚠️
A Flash Flood Warning is posted for the @CityofSarasota until 10 pm. Reports of almost 7″ rain near Downtown area. Turn around, Don’t drown. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Please be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. #flwx https://t.co/FQhgtrscDe— Sarasota Police Department (@SarasotaPD) June 11, 2024
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This article originally appeared on Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Sarasota-Manatee saw flash floods from tropical system Invest90L
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