The National Weather Service in Miami issued a Flash Flood Warning for northern Broward County and southeastern Palm Beach County at 6:56 PM on Monday, November 2, in effect until 8:00 PM. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area, and flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen, with an additional 1 to 2 inches possible. Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, underpasses and other low-lying areas is expected in places including Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point and Coconut Creek.
The NWS advises: turn around, do not drown when encountering flooded roads, and do not drive on flooded roads. South Florida Malayalees (SFM) is also tracking the Flood Watch for Palm Beach County until 11 PM and the earlier Flash Flood Warning for eastern Palm Beach County.
FAQ
When does the warning end? 8:00 PM EST on Monday, November 2, unless the National Weather Service extends or cancels it sooner.
What should drivers do? Do not drive through flooded roads or underpasses; most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
