NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 2, 2026Hillsborough
Flood Watch in Effect for Citrus and Hernando Counties this Sunday
A Flood Watch has been issued for Citrus and Hernando counties as scattered storms move across the Tampa area throughout Sunday. Residents should expect a 70% chance of rain during the late morning and midday hours.
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Residents in Citrus and Hernando counties face an elevated risk of flooding throughout Sunday due to expected heavy rainfall.
Key Facts
- A Flood Watch is currently active for Citrus and Hernando counties.
- Rainfall is expected to track from west to east across the Tampa area throughout Sunday.
- There is a 70% probability of rain during the late morning and midday hours on Sunday.
- Weather conditions include scattered-to-widespread downpours and storms.
- Sky conditions are expected to be mostly cloudy to overcast.
Who's Mentioned
locationPasco County“Under a level 2 flood risk.”organizationNational Weather Service“Issued the Flood Watch and weather advisories.”locationTampa“Primary area affected by rain and flood risks.”locationHernando County“Under a Flood Watch and level 2 flood risk.”locationCitrus County“Under a Flood Watch and level 2 flood risk.”