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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiSeptember 9, 2026Miami-Dade County

South Florida cities prepare stormwater pumps and infrastructure for upcoming king tides

Photo: WSVN 7 News Miami

Coastal cities across South Florida are preparing stormwater systems and pump stations for seasonal king tides and potential compound flooding. Local officials report $1.5 billion in investments since 2022 to harden infrastructure and keep streets dry through upcoming tide cycles spanning into late 2026.

FloodingInfrastructureEmergency PreparednessCoastal Management
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Why It Matters

Residents in coastal South Florida face street flooding and disrupted drainage during and afternoon rainstorms, with multiple tide cycles scheduled through December 2026.

Key Facts

  • South Florida cities are actively preparing stormwater systems, pump stations, and check valves for seasonal king tides.
  • King tides are higher-than-normal tides caused by gravitational pull during full or new moon cycles.
  • Miami Beach crews are priming city pumps to collect stormwater in underground storage and pump it into waterways.
  • Hollywood stormwater crews are clearing debris to ensure continuous flow during afternoon rain showers.
  • The current king tide cycle ends September 15, with a second cycle starting September 24.
  • The final king tide cycle for 2026 is expected from December 22 to 27.
  • Meteorologists predict the highest tides of the year will occur in late October.
  • Local leaders have invested $1.5 billion in resiliency projects since severe flooding occurred in 2022.
  • Fort Lauderdale Mayor Dean Trantalis noted ongoing efforts to harden infrastructure and raise seawalls.

Who's Mentioned

locationMiami Beach“Municipality preparing pump stations”PersonJohn Norris“Director of Miami Beach Public Works”locationFort Lauderdale“Municipality investing in resiliency”PersonPete Roldos“Hollywood Stormwater Superintendent”PersonJoann Hussey“City of Hollywood representative”OrganizationSunbeam Television Corp.“Copyright holder of the news article”PersonAmy Knowles“Chief Resiliency Officer at Miami Beach”PersonDean Trantalis“Fort Lauderdale Mayor”locationHollywood“Municipality checking stormwater systems”