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Flood Watch — NWS Miami FL

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Flood Watch issued November 1 at 11:59PM EST until November 2 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Miami FL

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A National Weather Service flood watch covers South Florida through Monday evening, with heavy rain and possible flash and street flooding. Road closures are among the stated potential impacts.

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Affected location: South Florida

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The watch advises monitoring forecasts for possible flooding and road closures in South Florida.

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Nov 2, 2026, 4:59 AM UTC
A National Weather Service flood watch covers South Florida through Monday evening, with heavy rain and possible flash and street flooding. Road closures are among the stated potential impacts.
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