A torrential storm is bringing heavy showers, gusty winds and thunderstorms to South Florida, prompting the closure of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
FORT LAUDERDALE — — A torrential storm bought heavy showers, gusty winds and thunderstorms to South Florida on Wednesday and prompted the closure of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the suspension of high-speed commuter rail service in the region.
“Police and Fire Rescue continue to answer calls for service,” the statement said. “Public Works staff are clearing drains and operating pumps to mitigate the water as quickly as possible.” The main roadways entering and exiting the airport were flooded and impassable, the airport said around 5:15 p.m.It said airport operations would restart once the weather improves in the Fort Lauderdale area.
The service also issued a flash flood emergency for Fort Lauderdale and other areas until 11 p.m. EDT, warning: “this is a life-threatening situation.”
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