Five days after historic rainstorms inundated the Treasure Coast, the Hyline Drive neighborhood in Jensen Beach, Florida, remains underwater. Standing water has risen to the height of mailboxes and entered most homes, leaving families unable to begin cleanup.
Residents describe loss and uncertainty
Long‑time resident Linda Weisbecker says the flood has erased decades of family history. “Sixty years of your life is gone. We raised our kids, our grandkids, our great‑grandkids. It’s all gone,” she told reporters. Weisbecker’s home still contains several feet of water, preventing any progress on removal or repairs. “Our main goal is to get this water off so we can get in and start getting things done. If we don’t, it’s going to be that much worse,” she added.
Just down the road, Lisa French faced a similar ordeal. Her house initially escaped the Monday downpour, but as water continued to accumulate in the neighborhood, it breached her property two days later. French now worries about mold and the extent of damage. “We lost our home. We’re a single‑family income. I stay at home with my kids. So it’s, you know, we don’t even know where to start. And we can’t start because the water is still here,” she said.
County response and next steps
Martin County officials confirmed that crews are on the ground addressing the flooding and evaluating local watersheds. The county’s public works department is inspecting whether existing drainage systems have sufficient capacity to handle future saturation events, especially in areas adjacent to the Savannas Preserve where water naturally flows south when surrounding land becomes oversaturated.
Officials emphasized that the situation remains fluid and that residents should avoid attempting to drive through the flooded street, which is currently accessible only by boat or kayak. They urged homeowners to stay informed through county alerts and to contact the emergency management office for assistance with evacuation or temporary shelter needs.
Community resilience and faith
The Jensen Beach community, rooted in strong family values and faith, has rallied to support those affected. Local churches have organized donation drives for food, clean water, and basic supplies. Volunteers are coordinating with county crews to distribute sandbags and portable pumps where possible.
While the floodwaters recede slowly, the shared determination of neighbors reflects the resilient spirit that defines the Treasure Coast. Residents remain hopeful that coordinated county action and community assistance will soon restore normalcy to Hyline Drive.
Original reporting: WPBF West Palm Beach — read the source article.
