Port St. Lucie, Florida Students Step Off School Bus Into Waist-Deep Floodwater Monday as Parts of the Area Pick Up More Than a Foot of Rain
PORT ST. LUCIE, FLORIDA — Video from Port St. Lucie shows students stepping off a school bus into waist-deep floodwater on Monday, November 2, 2026, as torrential rain swamped streets across parts of Florida’s Treasure Coast.
Some areas recorded more than a foot of rain, turning neighborhood roads into rivers.
What the Video Shows
The footage, filmed by Martina Elieson and shared via Storyful, captures a yellow school bus stopped on a flooded residential street with its red warning lights flashing.
In the clip:
- Water rises well up the bus’s tires and lower body
- A white pickup truck nearby sits with water covering its wheels
- Rain continues falling as water spreads across the entire street
- Students are seen stepping off the bus directly into the floodwater, which reaches about waist deep
More Than a Foot of Rain in Some Areas
The flooding came after an extreme burst of rain across the region. Some locations around Port St. Lucie recorded over 12 inches, overwhelming drainage systems and leaving water standing in neighborhood streets.
Part of a Multi-Day Heavy Rain Event in Eastern Florida
This flooding is part of a larger rain event that forecasters had warned about for Sunday and Monday. Much of eastern Florida, from Jacksonville to Miami, was placed under a Level 2 of 4 risk for flash flooding as an upper-level low stalled over the state.
Forecasts had shown several inches of rain possible along the east-central and southeast coast, with locally higher totals where storms repeatedly formed.
Why Floodwater Is Dangerous for Children
Even when water looks calm, floodwater can be hazardous, especially for kids:
- It can hide open storm drains, holes and debris
- It may contain sewage, chemicals and bacteria
- Moving water can knock people off their feet
- In Florida, flooded areas can sometimes attract wildlife such as snakes
Questions About Bus Drop-Offs in Flooded Areas
The video has raised concerns about whether students should be dropped off in flooded streets. It is not yet clear whether the school district had adjusted routes or dismissal plans for the weather. Officials have not publicly commented on the situation shown in the video.
Drivers Face Dangerous Conditions
Flooded roads like the one in the video can be extremely dangerous for drivers. Just 6 inches of moving water can cause loss of control, and 1 foot can float many vehicles.
Safety Tips for Families During Flooding
- Avoid walking through floodwater whenever possible
- Wash skin and clothes after contact with floodwater
- Wear boots if you must walk through water
- Contact your school about pickup plans during severe weather
- Never drive through flooded streets
What Parents Can Do Ahead of Storms
- Sign up for school district alerts
- Know alternate pickup locations in case of flooding
- Keep rain gear and spare clothes ready for kids
- Check local forecasts each morning during rainy periods
Cleanup Ahead for Treasure Coast Neighborhoods
As the water recedes, residents in Port St. Lucie and nearby areas will be left to deal with flooded yards, roads and possibly homes. Officials are expected to assess damage and drainage problems in the coming days.
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