NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiSeptember 7, 2026Miami-Dade
South Florida faces heavy rain, street flooding, and high heat through mid-week
South Florida residents should prepare for widespread showers, thunderstorms, and potential street flooding through Tuesday due to persistent tropical moisture. Temperatures are expected to reach the lower 90s, creating a Moderate HeatRisk before storm activity begins each day.
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Residents in Miami-Dade and Broward counties face potential travel disruptions and property damage from localized flooding and heavy downpours through Wednesday.
Key Facts
- Rainfall totals of 1–2 inches are expected across Miami-Dade and Broward.
- Isolated areas may receive 3–4 inches of rain where storms remain stationary.
- Temperatures are forecast to reach the lower 90s.
- A Moderate HeatRisk is in effect for much of South Florida.
- Main weather threats include heavy downpours, frequent lightning, and localized urban flooding.
- Storm activity is expected to be most widespread during the afternoon and evening hours.
- Drier air and lower storm coverage are expected to begin by Wednesday.
- Heat is expected to become a greater concern later in the week as storm coverage decreases.