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Showers, thunderstorms expected to roll across South Florida Thursday leading to flooding concerns
By Shane Hinton at CBS4 Miami
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
The CBS News Miami NEXT Weather team is tracking another round of scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms for Thursday.Rain chances will be more focused along the coast early Thursday morning before increasing later in the afternoon.This graphic shows what the radar could look like in Sout
Key takeaway CBS News Miami The current forecast calls for isolated thunderstorms to start developing around 12 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
Miami's low-lying neighborhoods, such as Little Havana and Wynwood, are particularly vulnerable to the minor flooding concerns posed by Thursday's isolated heavy downpours. Residents in these areas should be prepared for potential street flooding and take necessary precautions to protect their properties. The flooding risk is exacerbated by Miami's existing sea-level and flooding risks, which are a persistent concern for the city. As the wet weather pattern continues into the Fourth of July holiday weekend, Miami-Dade County's emergency management officials will likely be on high alert, monitoring the situation closely to ensure public safety. With a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms on both Friday and Independence Day, outdoor event organizers and attendees should also be prepared for potential disruptions, although the forecast suggests that rain should decrease in time for evening firework displays in areas like Miami Beach.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? The CBS News Miami NEXT Weather team is tracking another round of scattered to widespread showers and thunderstorms for Thursday.Rain chances will be more focused along the coast early Thursday morning before increasing later in the afternoon.This graphic shows what the radar could look like in Sout
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