Flash Flood Warning for Central Broward County

Source: NOAA · Central Broward County, Florida

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NWS Miami has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Central Broward County until 6:45 PM EDT due to heavy rainfall from thunderstorms.

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Record type
Flash Flood Warning
Affected area
Central Broward County, Florida
Issued
September 21, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Miami FL

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Alert Details

Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Miami FL. Effective from September 21 at 5:12 PM EDT until September 21 at 6:45 PM EDT.

Affected Areas

Central Broward County in southeastern Florida. Locations that will experience flash flooding include Sunrise, Tamarac, Margate, Lauderhill, Oakland Park, North Lauderdale, Lauderdale Lakes, Broadview-Pompano Park, Village Park, Palm Aire and Rock Island.

What You Should Do

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.

Expected Conditions

At 5:12 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain. Between 3 and 5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 4 inches are possible.

Timeline

The warning is in effect until 6:45 PM EDT on September 21.

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