SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. — People near the Little Wekiva River had to leave their homes because of damaging floodwaters.

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During Hurricane Ian, the rain was so bad the National Weather Service issued a “Flash Flood Emergency” warning.

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It wasn’t long after that the river breached its banks and started flooding backyards, homes, and later, streets.

The stormwater remains Friday morning and Little Wekiva Road is under water for blocks.

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The Seminole County Sheriff’s Office and National Guard evacuated residents from the floodwaters.

Residents said they expected the river to flood, but nothing like this.

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