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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade

Severe storms cause property damage and travel delays in Miami-Dade and Broward counties

Severe weather including high winds and heavy rain caused property damage to homes and infrastructure across Miami-Dade and Broward counties on Monday. The storms resulted in temporary ground stops at Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, though no injuries were reported.

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Why It Matters

Residents in the affected areas experienced property damage to vehicles, fences, and structures, while travelers faced temporary flight disruptions due to the severe weather conditions.

Key Facts

  • Severe weather including high winds, heavy rain, and lightning occurred across Miami-Dade and Broward counties on Monday.
  • Property damage reported in Miami Gardens includes downed tree branches, damaged fences, and a destroyed carport.
  • A transformer fire occurred near Northeast 17th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, potentially caused by a lightning strike.
  • Miami International Airport and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport implemented temporary ground stops due to thunderstorms.
  • All airport ground stops were lifted by the time of the report.
  • No human injuries were reported as a result of the storms.

Who's Mentioned

organizationFort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport“Airport that issued a temporary ground stop.”locationFort Lauderdale“City where a transformer fire was reported.”locationMiami-Dade“County affected by severe weather.”organizationMiami International Airport“Airport that issued a temporary ground stop.”locationMiami Gardens“Specific neighborhood where property damage occurred.”locationBroward“County affected by severe weather.”personShirley Stanley“Resident of Miami Gardens who witnessed the storm.”