The National Weather Service in Miami issued a Flood Advisory at 9:42 PM on Tuesday, November 3, for northern Broward County, in effect until 11:45 PM. Doppler radar indicated heavy rain from thunderstorms, and urban and small stream flooding is expected in the advisory area.
Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen, with an additional 1 to 2 inches expected. Minor flooding is expected in low-lying and poor-drainage areas, with water possible over roadways, in places including Coral Springs, Plantation, Sunrise, Tamarac, Margate, Lauderhill, Coconut Creek and Oakland Park. A separate Flash Flood Warning for northern Broward remains in effect until 11 PM; South Florida Malayalees (SFM) also covered the earlier Flood Advisory for northern Broward.
The Weather Service advises: turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads — most flood deaths occur in vehicles — and do not drive on flooded roads.
FAQ
How long does the Flood Advisory last in northern Broward? Until 11:45 PM EST Tuesday, November 3, according to the National Weather Service advisory issued at 9:42 PM.
What should drivers do? Never drive through flooded roads; turn around and find another route, and report observed flooding to local emergency services when it is safe to do so.
