NWS warns coastal Miami-Dade, Broward of significant flooding through Wednesday
A Coastal Flood Warning covers coastal Miami-Dade and Broward through Wednesday evening, with significant flooding expected at high tides.
Key Takeaways
- •A Coastal Flood Warning covers coastal Broward and Miami-Dade through 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28.
- •Significant flooding is expected around high tides; numerous roads may close.
- •A separate Wind Advisory runs through 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27.
The National Weather Service Miami office has a Coastal Flood Warning for coastal Broward and coastal Miami-Dade from 2 a.m. Monday, Oct. 26, through 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28. The agency expects significant coastal flooding and warns that numerous roads may close. Low-lying homes, businesses and some critical infrastructure could be inundated, with shoreline erosion also possible.
In its Miami forecast discussion, forecasters say major coastal flooding is expected around each high tide over the next couple of days and coastal road inundation is likely. The warning describes expected conditions; it is not confirmation that a particular road is already flooded or closed.
The NWS advises people to protect flood-prone property and, if travel is necessary, avoid driving around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Its alert also warns that low-lying areas can flood as water levels rise. Check the latest local alerts before traveling because warning details and conditions can change.
A separate Wind Advisory is in effect from 11 a.m. Monday through 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, for metro and coastal areas of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The NWS forecasts northeast winds of 20 to 25 mph, with frequent gusts up to 40 mph. It says gusts could make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, and may blow around unsecured objects.
The flood warning remains in effect through Wednesday evening, but the NWS does not say every warned location will flood. No road-by-road closure bulletin or observed damage report was verified for this article. Use official county and weather updates for current conditions, and follow posted barricades and emergency instructions.
