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South Florida flood alert runs Sunday through Tuesday as rain and onshore winds build
High-tide flooding is already affecting South Florida, and forecasters expect rain and strong northeast winds to worsen conditions beginning Sunday. The highest predicted tide is forecast for Tuesday morning, with coastal flooding possible through early next week.
South Florida faces several more days of high-tide flooding, with rain and strong northeast winds expected to raise the risk starting Sunday, Oct. 25, according to the forecast issued Saturday, Oct. 24.
A weather alert is in effect Sunday through Tuesday, Oct. 27. Moderate flooding has been occurring around high tides; Saturday’s morning high tide came between 8 and 9 a.m., with another expected between 8 and 9 p.m.
Periods of rain are forecast to develop Sunday alongside a strong onshore wind. The wind can push water toward the coast, lifting tides above predictions, while downpours could add street and drainage flooding. Rain falling near high tide could worsen coastal flooding and slow drainage because water levels are already elevated.
The highest predicted tide is expected Tuesday morning, a day after the full moon. Flooding around high tides remains possible even without heavy rain, and the forecast calls for the risk to continue into early next week. Winds are expected to ease next week, with lower rain chances later in the week.
Residents should monitor flood advisories and warnings and be alert to flooding during high tides as well as during downpours.