Florida crews went door-to-door warning of a possible levee breach in part of Sarasota County.
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office tweeted early Saturday that an Everbridge notification had been issued before 3 a.m. EDT indicating a possible levee breach in the Hidden River community.
“The notification was issued countywide, which means that all Sarasota County residents who are registered with Everbridge likely received a notice,” he said.
“Possible levee breach in Hidden River/Myakka Valley area with potential for 15 feet of flood water…” the warning notification system said.
SARASOTA, FL – SEPTEMBER 28: Storm debris litters a street in the wake of Hurricane Ian on September 28, 2022 in Sarasota, Florida. Ian made landfall this afternoon, packing 150 mph winds and a 12-foot storm surge and knocking out power to nearly 1.5 million customers, according to published reports.
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He noted that “…residents are asked to shelter in place if it is safe to do so, as exit routes and roads may be impassable.”
The levee compromise appears to only affect homes on the east side of the community.
SARASOTA, FL – SEPTEMBER 28: Wind gusts blow through condominiums as Hurricane Ian moves south on September 28, 2022 in Sarasota, Florida. The storm made landfall in the United States in Cayo Costa, Florida this afternoon as a Category 4 hurricane with wind speeds of more than 140 miles per hour in some areas.
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The compromise should not affect any other areas of Sarasota County, including Venice or North Port.
SARASOTA, FL – SEPTEMBER 28: Wind gusts blow across Sarasota Bay as Hurricane Ian moves south on September 28, 2022 in Sarasota, Florida.
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The office said it was working with county fire personnel to go door-to-door and warn residents of possible flooding.
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“Residents are encouraged to consider evacuation,” he added.
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ office told Fox News there was no confirmation of the breakup yet.
