Storms kill power for tens of thousands in Miami area. Here’s the latest FPL update
After tens of thousands of people woke up without power Thursday morning in South Florida and the Keys following storms that ripped through the region — causing heavy rains, flooding, strong winds and toppling trees — most customers saw their service restored by the evening.
The power outrages were widespread and covered large swaths in South Florida, including Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Aventura, North Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach and West Palm Beach.
“Our crews are working to restore service safely and as quickly as possible,” Florida Power & Ligiht said in a statement. “We urge customers to monitor the weather and stay safe. This includes staying far away from downed power lines or other damaged electrical equipment.”
How many don’t have power?
More than 100,000 clients were without power Thursday morning. By early afternoon, crews had managed to restore services to tens of thousands, with many more still to go.
By the evening, most customers had their power restored.
Here’s the breakdown by county of FPL customers without power as of 8:10 p.m. Thursday:
Miami-Dade: 18,539
Broward: 8,843
Palm Beach: 2,889
If you see a downed power line, call 1-800-4-OUTAGE.
Power outages in the Florida Keys
About 220 clients were without power in the Florida Keys around 8:30 p.m. after a couple of thousand lost the service, according to Florida Keys Electric Cooperative.
The areas affected include Islamorada and Key Largo.
This story was originally published November 16, 2023 at 10:07 AM.
