Until 2024-10-07T02:45:00-04:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of southwest and west central Florida, including the following areas, in southwest Florida, Coastal Charlotte, Coastal Lee, Inland Charlotte and Inland Lee. In west central Florida, Coastal Citrus, Coastal Hernando, Coastal Hillsborough, Coastal Levy, Coastal Manatee, Coastal Pasco, Coastal Sarasota, DeSoto, Hardee, Highlands, Inland Citrus, Inland Hernando, Inland Hillsborough, Inland Levy, Inland Manatee, Inland Pasco, Inland Sarasota, Pinellas, Polk and Sumter. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through Thursday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Heavy rainfall is forecast this week as deep moisture streams across the area. Then, as a tropical system approaches late Tuesday into Wednesday, the threat for heavy rainfall will increase even further. Rainfall totals of 5 to 8 inches, with isolated totals up to 12 inches will be possible. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
ALVA COMMUNITY PARK
Amenities • Weather • Recreation
Alva Community Park is a beautiful park located in Alva, Florida, perfect for a day out with the family. The park has a wide range of amenities, including a playground, picnic tables, a covered pavilion, and restrooms. There are also sports facilities, such as baseball fields, basketball courts, and a sand volleyball court.
One of the main attractions of the park is the boardwalk that runs along the Caloosahatchee River, offering stunning views of the surrounding natural beauty. Visitors can also take part in fishing, kayaking, and canoeing in the river.
The park is home to many creatures such as alligators, turtles, and a variety of bird species, making it a popular spot for wildlife enthusiasts. Visitors can also go on nature walks and hikes on the trails that run through the park.
Interesting facts about the park include that it was once used as a wartime training ground for the US Army during World War II and that the area has a rich history of agriculture, with citrus and cattle farming being the main industries.
The best time to visit Alva Community Park is during the winter months when the weather is mild and the park is less crowded. However, visitors can enjoy the park year-round, with plenty of shade and cool breezes in the summer months.
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