{"id":219977,"date":"2026-04-06T00:18:10","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T00:18:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/219977\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T00:18:10","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T00:18:10","slug":"rain-potential-flash-flooding-dampen-spring-break-plans-in-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/219977\/","title":{"rendered":"Rain, potential flash flooding dampen spring break plans in Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"

Heavy rain is expected to soak parts of the southern U.S. this week as a storm system moves across the Gulf of America, bringing wet weather, strong winds<\/a>, and rip currents to Florida.<\/a><\/p>\n

A slow-moving system over the Gulf of America is already impacting South Texas with heavy rain. It will continue to move east over the next week, eventually stalling over Florida.<\/p>\n

Across parts of South Texas<\/a>, rain totals will generally be around 1-2 inches, with higher amounts possible near the U.s.<\/a>–Mexico<\/a> border, according to the FOX Forecast Center.<\/p>\n

This weather will likely dampen any spring<\/a> break plans for the Sunshine State through Thursday.<\/p>\n

According to the FOX Forecast Center, rain totals will be around 1-2 inches, but amounts of 3-5 inches are possible in popular locations such as Miami<\/a> and Daytona Beach.<\/a><\/p>\n

As a result, a level \u00bc flash flood <\/a>threat has been added for Tuesday and Wednesday.<\/p>\n

Locations such as Fort Myers<\/a> and Miami, Florida, are at risk of severe thunderstorms<\/a>. Despite this, the wet weather could be beneficial for both areas, as they have recently endured extreme drought<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Fierce Winds, Bitter Chill To Whip Across Northern Plains, Threatening Travel By Early Week<\/a><\/p>\n

The entire week will be accompanied by a looming thunderstorm threat and mostly cloudy skies.<\/p>\n

This severe weather comes at a bad time as millions of Americans are traveling for spring break this week, especially to southern locations, expecting a pleasant beach<\/a> getaway.<\/p>\n

A Rip Current Statement is in effect for the entire First, Space, and Treasure Coasts (Jacksonville<\/a> to Port St. Lucie<\/a>) in Florida through the entire week. Wind gusts could be as strong as 30\u201340 mph in the southern parts of the state through Thursday.<\/p>\n

It is important to check local beach conditions before entering the water, and it is best to choose a location with a lifeguard on duty.<\/p>\n

Here’s What You Need To Know To Stay Safe At The Beach During Spring Break<\/a><\/p>\n

Before entering the water, talk with a lifeguard or beach patrol. They are the best source of information for the current water conditions in your area.<\/p>\n

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