Heavy thunderstorms caused widespread flooding and travel delays across parts of Broward County on Friday, with water covering streets near Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and prompting drivers to slow down.
A Local 10 News crew was at the intersection of Southeast Second Avenue and Seventh Street in Dania Beach, where vehicles moved cautiously through standing water. Some cars appeared partially submerged, while a school bus navigated the flooded roadway.
The conditions extended to the airport, where video showed flooding in areas used by travelers and motorists. Drivers were advised to use caution and expect delays, particularly on side streets.
In Oakland Park, a Local 10 News crew visited flooded streets along Oakland Park Boulevard, Northeast Sixth Avenue and Prospect Road. Water accumulated along both sides of the roadway, with motorists driving slowly through flooded sections.
A crash involving a white pickup truck and a blue car was reported near the flooded roadway. It was not immediately clear whether the weather contributed to the collision or whether either vehicle became disabled because of the flooding.
Broward County Public Schools Superintendent Howard Hepburn sent a message to parents warning that students could be dropped off later than usual because of the weather. School bus drivers were also taking additional precautions and avoiding areas where flooding was too severe.
Flooding also was reported in Pompano Beach, where a resident told Local 10 that water surrounded his home and prevented him from returning.
As the rain continued Friday afternoon, motorists were urged to avoid driving through flooded roadways when possible and to proceed slowly where water had accumulated.
No road closures had been reported in the Oakland Park area at this time, although water had risen above the tires of some parked vehicles.
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