Florida Braces for Severe Storms and Flooding Threat

Volusia County Beach Safety officials are warning residents to stay out of the water due to rough surf caused by ongoing rain and wind. The county has implemented a sand trap bag system to protect vulnerable areas where seawalls are not yet rebuilt after last year's hurricanes. Precautionary measures, such as removing trash bins and dog bag dispensers from the beach, have also been taken. The county is under a single red flag warning and will upgrade to a double red flag only if large debris are present in the water.