Broward County

Dramatic drone footage shows abandoned cars in flooded Fort Lauderdale streets

Drone footage recorded over downtown Fort Lauderdale revealed a dramatic scene in the wake of record rainfall that led to a state of emergency being declared by both the city and Broward County.

The video, which captured a flooded Broward Boulevard early Thursday, shows dozens of cars stranded on the city’s main corridor.

Broward Sheriff’s Office rescued nearly 100 people from their vehicles, according to Battalion Chief Michael Kane.

Get unlimited digital access
#ReadLocal

Try 1 month for $1

CLAIM OFFER