Lake Monroe water levels near seawall in Sanford as residents watch for flooding

Lake Monroe is nearing the seawall in Sanford, and residents who frequent the RiverWalk are watching closely as water levels continue to rise.Marquius Jones, who often fishes near the RiverWalk along Seminole Boulevard, said the water is about two feet higher than usual. He said he saw a roughly 14-foot alligator he calls “Big John” just days ago and is concerned the rising water could bring the reptile closer to people.Jones urged the city to consider closing flood-prone roads, including Seminole Boulevard, to protect residents.“I would advise y’all do that ASAP, immediately, because it could happen right now at this level,” he said.[WATCH: Seminole County braces for ‘very prolonged slow flooding event’]Jerry Waller, who takes his dog to the RiverWalk, said the water was about a foot and a half from going over the seawall. He recalled Hurricane Ian flooding the same roadway and said the St. Johns River can rise and drain slowly.Weather experts say Wednesday could bring the highest wat