WeatherWednesday, November 4
Flooding leaves high water on NW 2nd Avenue and Dixie Highway in Boca Raton
The 5AM Boca Raton team
If you're hitting the road Wednesday, check your route first. Heavy rain Monday night flooded neighborhoods across Palm Beach County, and there were multiple requests for rescues overnight as drivers got stranded. The county activated its Emergency Operations Center to coordinate its response, and to handle the aftermath of Sunday's plane crash.
15+ inchesof rain reported in Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach and the Acreage
Officials are urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel through flooded areas.
Source: The Boca Raton Tribune
Severe conditions also hit West Palm Beach and parts of Boca Raton and Boynton Beach. Portions of Yamato, Lyons, Clint Moore and Glades roads had sporadic high water. Flights were delayed and cancelled at all South Florida airports, so check with your airline before you head out.
Boca Raton had high water on NW 2nd Avenue and Dixie Highway
| Road | Where |
|---|---|
| NW 2nd Avenue | NW 20th Street to Yamato Road |
| NW 2nd Avenue | At NW 28th Street |
| NW 2nd Avenue | At NW 35th Street |
| Dixie Highway | Multiple locations |
Sources: The Boca Raton Tribune, BocaNewsNow.com
- Never drive through standing water
- Follow road closure signs and directions from emergency personnel
- Monitor municipal updates
- Contact emergency services if someone is in danger
Sources: The Boca Raton Tribune, BocaNewsNow.com