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Flash Flood Warning

Issued at Sun 8:52 PM Nov. 1
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

The National Weather Service in Miami has extended the Flash Flood Warning for Northeastern Palm Beach County in southeastern Florida Until 1115 PM EST. At 852 PM EST, The public reported flash flooding in communities near Military Trail road, with water entering homes. Roads and streets nearby Okeechobee Road and Military trail are reported to be impassable. Between 9 and 12 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 0.5 to 1.5 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is already occurring.
Hazard: Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing flash flooding.
Source: Public reported.
Impact: Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach, North Palm Beach, Lake Park, Haverhill, Cloud Lake, Schall Circle, Port Of Palm Beach, Golden Lakes, Lake Belvedere Estates, Royal Palm Estates, President Donald J. Trump International Airport, Downtown West Palm Beach, Gun Club Estates, Mangonia Park, Glen Ridge, Lakeside Green and Cypress Lakes.

Recommended Action

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

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