Governor declares state of emergency for Brevard flooding

Brevard County in Florida experienced a 1000-year rain event on Monday, resulting in record-level flooding that affected homes and roads, FOX 35 Orlando reported.

The flooding was severe enough to require residents to be rescued by boats and high-water trucks, according to FOX 35 Orlando.

Officials are urging residents in the affected areas to shelter in place as emergency response continues, FOX 35 Orlando added.

Governor DeSantis declared a state of emergency in seven Florida counties, including Brevard, due to the severe flooding, WFTV 9 reported.

The declaration aims to facilitate state resources and assistance to manage the flooding impacts and support affected communities, WFTV 9 noted.