Flood Advisory for Glades and Hendry Counties, Florida

Ended at 3:00 PM EST.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Miami at 12:59 PM EST, Monday, November 2, 2026.

Places in the advisory: Palmdale and Ortona.

The Weather Service's text

WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

WHERE...South Central Glades County in southern Florida... North Central Hendry County in southern Florida...

WHEN...Until 300 PM EST.

IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1259 PM EST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. - Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected over the area. This additional rain will result in minor flooding. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Palmdale, Ortona and Lake Hicpochee. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

What to do

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.