Fort Lauderdale is reflecting on the record rainfall that caused widespread flooding one year ago. The area experienced over 2 feet of rain, making it the rainiest day in recorded history. Efforts to improve infrastructure and readiness for future 'rain bombs' are underway.
ONE YEAR LATER: As South Florida gears up for a sunny weekend, Broward County residents are remembering the catastrophic flooding that overtook their communities one year ago. https://t.co/1iQPBVQTax
On April 13, 2023, a 1-in-1,000-year rainfall event occurred in South Florida, bringing historic rainfall to the region. However, the area that suffered the most was the City of Fort Lauderdale. https://t.co/xTUfsz0pi7
One year after the Fort Lauderdale flood, another lesson that was learned was how our infrastructure is built to respond to so called ‘rain bombs.’ Here are the changes being implemented. https://t.co/bW8iiNJ2Tn
One year ago today, the Fort Lauderdale area witnessed extraordinary rainfall totals that caused widespread flooding. More than 2 feet of rain fell on this date, making it the rainiest day in recorded history. #FLwx https://t.co/G3BfbAD1sD
Big flood hit a year ago. Is Fort Lauderdale ready for next one? https://t.co/LWBP4dAf93
Flood city: Record rain hit one year ago. How far has Fort Lauderdale come in bracing for next big storm? https://t.co/tDiEBmTlnc