NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 31, 2026Miami-Dade
South Florida faces increased heavy rain threat from tropical remnants
South Florida will experience elevated rain chances and a potential flooding risk through Labor Day weekend due to the remnants of Dolly. Residents should prepare for heavy rainfall, gusty winds up to 50 mph, and frequent lightning throughout the second half of the week.
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Residents face a heightened risk of localized flooding with 2–4 inches of rain forecast over the next seven days, potentially impacting travel and property safety.
Key Facts
- Widespread rainfall totals of 2–4 inches are forecast for South Florida over the next seven days.
- Isolated areas may receive rainfall totals significantly higher than 4 inches.
- The remnants of Dolly are expected to increase rain chances in South Florida through Labor Day weekend.
- Storms may produce gusty winds of 50 mph and frequent lightning.
- The National Hurricane Center reports a low chance of Dolly redeveloping into a storm.
- Invest 97L in the Gulf of Mexico has a high chance of developing into a tropical storm.
- Tropical storm watches and warnings for Louisiana and Texas are expected to be issued by the National Hurricane Center.
- Landfall for Invest 97L is expected in Southeast Texas or Southwest Louisiana on Tuesday.
Who's Mentioned
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