Widespread flooding in Florida on Tuesday has caused election officials to move polling places across the state for Tuesday’s election.
Thirty-three polling precincts located in eight counties had to be moved, according to the Florida Division of Elections.
Florida Secretary of State Cord Byrd posted on X the link to an updated list of polling locations in counties impacted by the flooding, provided by the Division of Elections.
Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order on Monday declaring a state of emergency in affected counties. That allowed election officials to designate temporary polling places when original sites were unsafe.
The National Weather Service reported that more than two feet of rain had fallen in southern Brevard County, with widespread flash flooding along the state’s east coast.
Motorists were warned by the National Weather Service about flash floods and not to drive on flooded roads.
“Turn around, don’t drown,” the National Weather Service said. “Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.”
On social media, residents posted videos of flooded neighborhoods and cars half underwater.
Many of the people commenting on Byrd’s post said voters could not leave their driveway to get to a polling station and requested extra time, at least 24 hours, to be able to vote.
This is a developing story and will be updated.
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