Higher Tides Expected This Week (Oct. 24-31)

Published on October 29, 2026

Updated: 5 p.m. 10/29/26

Roadway flooding is possible tonight as higher-than-normal tides continue to affect low-lying areas of Fort Lauderdale. The next peak high tide is predicted for 11:30 p.m., with tidal flooding possible up to two hours before and after the peak.

Neighbors should anticipate standing water on roadways, with some streets potentially becoming impassable or requiring temporary closures. Entering and exiting neighborhoods and properties may be especially difficult during these periods. Neighbors are encouraged to plan accordingly, avoid unnecessary travel during peak tides and allow extra travel time.

Floodwaters may remain on streets until tidal levels begin to recede. Rainfall and wind conditions could make flooding worse.

Upcoming Peak High Tides

• Thursday, Oct. 29: 11:30 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 30: 12:15 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 31: 12:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m.

Free Parking Available at Riverwalk Center Garage

To help residents protect their vehicles from tidal flooding, the City is offering free parking on the second floor and above of the Riverwalk Center Garage through Friday, Oct. 30, at 6 p.m.

Neighbors are encouraged to plan ahead, move vehicles to higher ground when needed and monitor City communications for additional updates.

What Neighbors Should Expect

• Roadway flooding is possible in low-lying neighborhoods before, during and after peak high tides.
• Some streets may become impassable or require temporary closures.
• Entering and exiting neighborhoods and properties may be especially difficult during these periods.
• Floodwaters may remain on streets until tidal levels begin to recede.
• Rainfall and wind conditions could make flooding worse.
• Neighbors should secure waste carts to prevent them from tipping, filling with water or floating into roadways. If carts are placed out for collection, secure them promptly after service.

Avoid driving through flooded streets and walking or playing in floodwaters. If traveling near standing water, slow down to avoid creating wakes that can push water onto nearby properties.

Protect your vehicle. Saltwater is corrosive and can damage vehicle components. If you have driven through tidal floodwaters, rinse the undercarriage of your vehicle with fresh water as soon as it is safe to do so to help remove salt residue and reduce the risk of corrosion.

Why Can't the City Simply Pump the Water Out?

Unlike flooding caused by heavy rainfall, tidal flooding occurs when rising ocean levels push saltwater into low-lying areas through waterways and drainage systems and over seawalls.

Stormwater pumps are designed to move rainwater out of neighborhoods. However, when ocean levels are exceptionally high, there may be nowhere for that water to go. Pumping into waterways that are already elevated by the tide may not be effective, and water can continue to enter streets until the tide begins to recede.

The City continues to monitor conditions, respond to reports of flooding and address roadway safety concerns. While the City cannot control the height of the tide, teams are taking steps to help neighbors prepare, improve roadway safety and reduce flooding impacts where possible.

Stay Informed

Report impassable roads by calling 954-828-8000 or by submitting a request through our website using the FixItFTL page, or the FixItFTL app. (App Store, Google Play)

For additional information and updates, visit fortlauderdale.gov/kingtides.