What is happening
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Southern Broward County in southeastern Florida... Northern Miami-Dade County in southeastern Florida... * WHEN...Until 1100 PM EST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 855 PM EST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Miami Gardens, North Miami, Doral, North Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, Hialeah Gardens, Opa- Locka, West Park, Miami Springs, Miami Shores, El Portal, Medley, Westview and Country Club. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Official instructions
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
