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According to AccuWeather, most areas along the Atlantic coast and across South Florida could receive 1–2 inches of rain between Monday and Thursday.
US weather alert: Heavy rain puts South Florida on flood watch. (Representative image)(Pixabay))A flood watch has been issued for parts of Miami-Dade County, Broward County, and Palm Beach County until Tuesday evening, as a late-season cold front is set to bring several days of rain to South Florida.
According to AccuWeather, most areas along the Atlantic coast and across South Florida could receive 1–2 inches of rain between Monday and Thursday.
"Our team of forecasters expects 1-2 inches of rain along the Florida Atlantic coast and across much of South Florida from Monday to Thursday, which will be good news for areas under severe to extreme drought," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson was quoted as saying USA Today.
“However, some locations could see repeating thunderstorms deliver 4-6 inches of rain, which may lead to flooding in poor drainage areas."
Which areas could be most affected?
The National Weather Service (NWS) said the flood watch covers the east coast metro region. Rainfall totals of 1–3 inches are expected widely, with some places possibly seeing 4–6 inches.
Low-lying areas, creeks, urban zones and locations with poor drainage are most at risk of flooding.
Cities named in the alert include Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Miramar, Miami, Hialeah, Boca Raton, Jupiter and Kendall, among others.
What warnings are in place?
The NWS has warned of hazardous weather, with a flood watch active in coastal and metropolitan Miami-Dade from 2 a.m. to 10 p.m. on April 7. A rip current statement is also in force from 8 p.m. on April 7 until 8 p.m. on April 9.
Similar warnings apply to coastal Broward County, where both a flood watch and rip current statement are in effect during the same period.
What weather conditions are expected?
Showers and thunderstorms are likely across the region. In Miami, a thunderstorm could develop after 5 p.m., with rainfall between three-quarters of an inch and one inch.
In Fort Lauderdale, storms are also expected, with a chance of thunder after 4 p.m. Rainfall there could range between a quarter and half an inch.
Could the rain bring any benefits?
While the heavy rain may cause local flooding, it could also help ease drought conditions across the state. Around 79% of Florida is currently facing extreme to exceptional drought levels.
The rainfall may also help contain the Hilux fire burning in Big Cypress National Preserve, which has spread to 511 acres and remains uncontained.
Meanwhile, Los Angeles and parts of the US Southwest are expected to face a second record-breaking heatwave in just two weeks. Temperatures are set to rise sharply, which could put pressure on power grids, speed up snowmelt and increase health risks.
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Kanishka Singharia
Kanishka Singharia is a Senior Content Producer at Mint with a passion for news, trends, and the stories shaping the digital world. She specialises in spotting viral narratives by constantly tracking social media platforms and turning them into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Her work ranges from fast-paced breaking updates to sensitive human-interest features, blending speed with clarity. <br><br> With over four years of experience in news and trend reporting, Kanishka has worked with leading organisations such as Hindustan Times and Times Now. She moves seamlessly between profiling business leaders and telling the stories of everyday people, covering national developments just as effortlessly as the memes and conversations that dominate online culture. <br><br> She also reports on real estate developments and civic challenges in major urban hubs like Bengaluru, Delhi, and Gurugram. Her coverage frequently explores the struggles of startup founders, inspiring journeys of CEOs, and the experiences of candidates dealing with the complexities of visa processes. <br><br> Kanishka holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism from Delhi University and a diploma from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication. Rarely offline, she spends much of her time scrolling through X, LinkedIn, Reddit, Instagram, and Facebook in search of the next big story. When she finally logs off, she enjoys binge-watching shows and exploring cafes in pursuit of good food and better conversations.
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