2023 Fort Lauderdale floods
A historic flash flood event occurred in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and the surrounding areas on April 12, 2023. The Fort Lauderdale area reported 25.6 inches (650 mm) of rain within approximately 12 hours. 21.42 in (544 mm) of rain fell in nearby Dania Beach. Other affected areas, such as Hollywood and South Miami, recorded at least 9 in (230 mm) of rain. Fort Lauderdale mayor Dean Trantalis issued a state of emergency due to the flooding.
The storm system responsible for the floods in Fort Lauderdale from April 12 through April 13, 2023 | |
| Meteorological history | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 12 – 13 April 2023 |
| Flood | |
| Maximum rainfall | 25.91 inches (658 mm) |
| Overall effects | |
| Fatalities | None |
| Damage | $1.1 billion (2023 USD) |
| Areas affected | Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach, Hollywood and South Miami in Florida |
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