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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Liberty City family deals with storm damage and power outage

A Liberty City family's home sustained significant roof damage after a tree fell during Friday night storms, leaving them without power. The homeowner is currently using buckets to manage water intrusion while awaiting repairs before further rain arrives.

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Why It Matters

The incident highlights local infrastructure vulnerabilities and the immediate recovery challenges faced by residents following severe weather events in Northwest Miami-Dade.

Key Facts

  • A tree fell onto a home on Northwest 69th Street in Liberty City during storms on Friday night.
  • The tree caused structural damage to the home's roof, specifically affecting the bathroom area.
  • The fallen tree damaged electrical lines, resulting in a power outage for 27 Florida Power and Light customers.
  • The homeowner is using buckets to collect water entering through holes in the roof.
  • No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
  • The homeowner is seeking to complete repairs before additional forecasted rain occurs.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFlorida Power and Light“Utility provider managing the power outage affecting 27 customers.”personCamilla Shanks McDowell“Homeowner whose property was damaged by a fallen tree.”locationNorthwest 69th Street“Location of the damaged home.”