Hey there! So, heavy rains in South Florida have triggered the National Weather Service to issue a serious warning to locals about life-threatening flooding on the roads. In Miami, after 6 inches of rain poured down, drainage systems gave way, leading to flooded streets. And just like that, another 6 inches of rain hit the area.
On Wednesday, until 5:30 pm, the NWS advised residents to stay off the roads due to “flash flooding emergency,” with a map showing flash flood locations from “significant” to “extreme”, mainly between Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
What’s Going On?
Earlier in the week, the NWS had already issued a Flood Watch for all of South Florida, expecting over 10 inches of rainfall by Friday. Tuesday saw floods in various areas, with Wednesday escalating into a critical situation as roads filled up with water.
NWS Miami even shared a video of submerged vehicles, emphasizing the “life-threatening flash flooding.” They strongly urged people to avoid driving on flooded roads.
Insights Revealed
NWS Miami reiterated the potential for “life-threatening flooding” as rain continued to pour, warning residents not to brave flooded roads. The map displayed “extreme flash floods” between Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Residents were advised to stay safe until floodwaters subside. The situation prompted authorities to close parts of Interstate 95 southbound along with cautions from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport about road safety.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story. Drive safe, everyone!