It's hard to say why we go through these experiences but they do shape us into who we will become. Endure unto the end ...
I watched a creek off the St. Johns River rise after Irma to within about 6-8" of flooding our home there. It remained high for nearly two months. Some of our neighbours were not so fortunate.
Thats scary watching it come up!!!
I found a resource online that helped a little. It predicts the flood stages based on up stream monitoring and weather. It might have info on your creek too.
Ill check it out! thanks