A new analysis finds stormwater treatment areas aren’t meeting court‑ordered phosphorus limits, complicating plans to send cleaned water south and raising algal‑bloom risks.

Key Biscayne's fire chief warned Zone A residents to treat evacuation orders as lifesaving. Practical details on alerts, shelter space and timing follow.

FIU wind‑tunnel tests show properly placed trees can cut wind pressure on parts of a home by up to 50%, but species and placement also affect risk.

Warm, breezy Friday with dangerous rip currents at east‑coast beaches through Saturday evening.

A fast-moving storm soaked Miami Beach on June 4, sending waves and runoff onto the boardwalk and prompting rip current and flood advisories. Video and weather products show flooded streets and choppy surf.

Slow‑moving thunderstorms Wednesday night prompted flash‑flood warnings across Miami‑Dade and Broward as intense downpours raised the risk of rapid urban flooding. Officials warned drivers to avoid flooded streets.

Environmental advocates say the FY27 NOAA budget request would cut research and observing systems, risking less-accurate hurricane forecasts and delayed warnings in Florida.

Thunderstorms may bring heavy, localized rain today. Atlantic beaches are under a high rip current risk through Friday.

A line of severe thunderstorms swept through Palm Beach County Tuesday night, producing hail, downed trees and a trampoline tossed onto a roof. Viewer videos and NWS warnings documented the damage.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely today with pockets of heavy rain and localized flooding. High rip current risk and rough surf make beaches hazardous.

Volunteers packed about 5,000 hurricane kits in Doral as South Florida and Caribbean partners announced free supply pick‑ups across Miami‑Dade and Broward. Saturday distributions aim to get radios, flashlights and water to families before a storm hits.

Sticky start with highs near 88°F; afternoon storms are likely and feels-like temps could top 100°F. Expect brief heavy downpours and plan for a hot, wet commute.

Spectacled caimans have set up breeding pockets in Miami‑Dade and Broward, prompting targeted removals and monitoring by UF and state agencies.