Florida's Flood Woes Continue: Fort Lauderdale Surpasses 100 Inches of Rain, More Flooding Expected

Fort Lauderdale, Florida has experienced over 100 inches of rain in 2023, with heavy rainfall expected to continue as the state braces for more flooding. A slow-moving batch of thunderstorms brought 3 to 6 inches of rain on Tuesday, making the area more susceptible to flooding with Wednesday's rainfall. A flood watch is in effect for millions of people along Florida's east coast, including major cities like Fort Lauderdale and Miami. The heaviest rainfall rates, as high as 3 inches per hour, are expected on Wednesday afternoon into early Thursday. Fort Lauderdale's annual rainfall total is more than 40 inches above average, and this is only the second time in 111 years that it has surpassed the 100-inch mark. The storm system causing the heavy rain in Florida is expected to move up the Atlantic Coast and bring heavy rain to New England over the weekend.