Flood advisories are in effect for parts of Broward County, and one was extended until 1:15 p.m. Wednesday, as slow-moving thunderstorms flooded roads.
Heavy rain was expected as these storms hit the region, and the National Weather Service forecast minor flooding. At least one driver could be seen getting out of their stranded vehicle in Fort Lauderdale.
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WATCH HEREUp to 2 inches of rain have already falling in the region with an additional 1 to 3 inches of rain expected throughout the morning.
Heavy rains leading to street flooding on various surface roadways. This video is from West Sunrise Blvd and NW 7th Avenue. Also getting reports of flooding along N Federal Hwy near Commercial Blvd. Please use caution and do not attempt to drive through high waters! pic.twitter.com/RZAnTyFV6q
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A second advisory was issued for the bulk of Broward County until 11:15 a.m.
The areas that could get some flooding include Fort Lauderdale, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Cooper City, Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Oakland Park, Hillsboro Beach, Sea Ranch Lakes, Pompano Beach Airport and Terra Mar.
