SFWMD Preparing Regional Flood Control System for Forecasted Rainfall from Tropical Storm Dorian
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - With Tropical Storm Dorian forecasted to approach South Florida next weekend, the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) is preparing the regional flood protection system to protect communities from flooding and handle possible heavy local rainfall from the tropical disturbance.
SFWMD is drawing down canals throughout its regional flood control system to ensure capacity to take stormwater from local drainage districts and municipalities to prevent flooding. The District also collaborates with local drainage districts and municipalities throughout the week to coordinate flood control efforts as Tropical Storm Dorian approaches.