Peace River, Horse Creek in flood stage; major flooding forecast at Arcadia

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Heavy rain has pushed the Peace River and Horse Creek into flood stage, with major flooding forecast along the Peace River at Arcadia, according to National Weather Service alerts.The weather service has extended a flood warning for the Peace River at Zolfo Springs in Hardee County. Warnings also continue for the Peace River and Horse Creek near Arcadia in DeSoto County and the Alafia River at Lithia in Hillsborough County.Moderate flooding was occurring along the Peace River at Arcadia, where major flooding was forecast. The river was at 15.7 feet and rising at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and was expected to reach a high of 16.5 feet Thursday evening.At 16 feet, up to 60 homes in River Acres would flood, according to the weather service. The Woman’s Club and American Legion would also be affected. The warning continues until further notice.PREVIOUS COVERAGE | Peace River doubles in height in 24 hours, crest expected overnightMinor flooding was occurring along Horse Cre