Port St. Lucie residents are facing dangerous flooding after several days of heavy rain, leading St. Lucie County officials to declare a local state of emergency on Monday, Nov. 2. The declaration activates the county’s emergency operations center to coordinate response efforts and manage resources, while officials urge residents to stay off the roads this evening for safety.
Governor Ron DeSantis also issued a statewide emergency for Treasure Coast counties—including Indian River, Martin and St. Lucie—through Executive Order 26‑227. The order provides state resources from the Division of Emergency Management for logistical, rescue, or evacuation operations and will remain in effect for 60 days unless extended.
According to WPBF, the flooding has forced the closure of several major roadways in Port St. Lucie. As of 7 p.m. on Nov. 2, the intersection of California and Savona Boulevards, Port St. Lucie Boulevard and Aviation Avenue, and eastbound Prima Vista Boulevard west of Airoso Boulevard are closed. Westbound Prima Vista Boulevard east of Airoso Boulevard is also shut. Additional streets—including St. Lucie West Boulevard, Becker Road and Savona Boulevard—are being monitored for potential closures. The Florida Department of Transportation advises drivers to avoid Port St. Lucie Boulevard from Parr Drive to Alcantara Boulevard because of water on the roadway and potholes.
Beyond Port St. Lucie, WPBF reports that the broader Treasure Coast region has seen similar disruptions. Highway 78 East in Okeechobee County is closed for pump placement, while multiple streets in West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Lake Park and other municipalities are either closed or advised to be avoided. In Indian River County, 58th Avenue SW between 13th and 17th Streets is closed after a washout.
The county’s emergency operations center is partially activated, and local officials continue to monitor water levels, road conditions, and utility impacts. Residents are asked to avoid travel unless necessary, use alternate routes, and exercise caution when driving near standing water. The Department of Transportation’s recommendation to bypass flooded sections aims to protect motorists and allow crews to address the damage more efficiently.
What’s next: The governor’s emergency order will remain in force for 60 days unless the state decides to extend it. County officials will keep the emergency operations center active as needed and will provide updates on road reopenings and flood mitigation efforts through the WPBF 25 News app and local channels.
