Flash Flood Warning For Northern Miami-Dade, Broward Counties
MIAMI, Florida – The National Weather Service in Miami has extended a Flash Flood Warning for Southern Broward County and Northern Miami-Dade County, effective until 8:00 PM EDT today.
At 2:09 PM EDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 5 and 7 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are possible in the warned area.
Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Areas of Impact:
- Major Locations: Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood, Miramar, Davie, Hallandale, Miami Gardens, North Miami, North Miami Beach, Aventura, Dania Beach, Sunny Isles Beach, Opa-Locka, West Park, Ojus, Hard Rock Stadium, Oak Point, Miramar Parkway and University Drive, Estates Of Fort Lauderdale, Chambers Estates.
Hazards:
- Flash Flooding: Flash flooding is caused by thunderstorms, affecting small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses, and other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
Safety Precautions:
- Turn Around, Don’t Drown: Do not drive through flooded roads. Most flood-related deaths occur in vehicles.
- Stay Alert: Be aware of your surroundings and avoid driving on flooded roads.
Reporting:
- Report Flooding: Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and ask them to relay the information to the National Weather Service when it is safe to do so.
For more information and safety tips, visit the National Weather Service's flood safety page.
Stay safe and take necessary precautions to protect yourself and your property during this flash flood warning.
Flash Flood Warning including Miami FL, Hialeah FL and Miami Beach FL until 4:15 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/AJuJw6BdDC
— NWS Miami (@NWSMiami) June 12, 2024
