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Today’s edition · Tues., Nov. 3

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More than 15 inches of rain hit parts of Palm Beach Gardens, and showers are likely on Election Day

If you're heading out, know that roads were flooded Monday. More than 15 inches of rain was reported in parts of Palm Beach Gardens, Riviera Beach and The Acreage over about 12 hours.

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Reported rainfall topped the 1-in-100-year mark in Palm Beach Gardens

Source: WFLX

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Reported rainfall15 inches

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RoadsFlooding closed South Ocean Boulevard and has police flagging West Palm Beach intersections to avoidIf you're driving this morning, check your route first. The Town of Palm Beach closed South Ocean Boulevard from the 1200 block to the 2200 block because of flooding. West Palm Beach police advise travelers to avoid five intersections, including Haverhill Road and Tyler Lakes Boulevard and three along Military Trail.Today’s editionRead

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  • Polling sitesIf you're in Precinct 6401, you'll vote at Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy, 7071 Garden Road, instead of Casa Rio Clubhouse.

    If you're in Precinct 6401, you'll vote at Riviera Beach Preparatory and Achievement Academy, 7071 Garden Road, instead of Casa Rio Clubhouse. Precinct 7628 voters move from Ironhorse Country Club to the North County Senior Center, 5217 Northlake Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. Affected voters get an email or text if the elections office has their contact information, WFLX reported.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WFLX, WPBF

  • Riviera BeachRiviera Beach declared a state of emergency as flooding swamped the Lone Pine community.

    Riviera Beach declared a state of emergency as flooding swamped the Lone Pine community. Residents carried belongings in trash bags and on rafts, and one person used a kayak to get down a flooded street. WPEC reported the flooding filled homes and stranded neighbors as crews worked to help.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WPTV News Channel 5 West Palm, WPEC

  • BrightlineBrightline suspended service between Orlando and West Palm Beach Monday because of high water on the rail corridor in Brevard County.

    Brightline suspended service between Orlando and West Palm Beach Monday because of high water on the rail corridor in Brevard County. Trains between West Palm Beach and Miami, including stops in Boca Raton and Fort Lauderdale, are running normally. WSVN reported the company hopes to resume service after 8 p.m. Tuesday.

    News Notes · Today’s editionSources: WPBF, WSVN

  • Treasure CoastIndian River and St. Lucie counties declared local states of emergency Monday.

    Indian River and St. Lucie counties declared local states of emergency Monday. Indian River's order took effect at 2:30 p.m. and stays in place until further order.

    Around Florida · Today’s editionSource: WPTV

  • Brevard CountyFlash flooding brought 15 to 20 inches of rain to Brevard County, where schools are closed Tuesday and thousands are without power.

    Flash flooding brought 15 to 20 inches of rain to Brevard County, where schools are closed Tuesday and thousands are without power. Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency.

    Around Florida · Today’s editionSource: WSVN

  • SchoolsOkeechobee, Indian River and Martin county school districts cancelled classes for Tuesday, Nov.

    Okeechobee, Indian River and Martin county school districts cancelled classes for Tuesday, Nov. 3. St. Lucie Public Schools and Palm Beach County School District schools will be closed to students Tuesday, too.

    Around Florida · Today’s editionSource: WPEC

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  2. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

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    More than 9,500 students get another day off Wednesday as localized flooding prompted the temporary closure of nine Palm Beach County schools.

  3. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

    Dandiya leads Askar in District 22, could help sway power in US House

    The battle for power in the U.S. House is at stake as Palm Beach Gardens woman takes on Naples man for U.S. House District 22 seat.

  4. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

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  5. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

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    From Jupiter to the Glades to Boca, there are eight seats up for grabs in the Florida House. Who will voters choose?

  6. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

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  7. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

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  8. The Palm Beach Post2 hours ago

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  9. WFLX2 hours ago

    9 Palm Beach County schools closed Wednesday due to flooding, weather conditions

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15 inches of rain, closed roads and a rainy Election Day

Plus, two Palm Beach County precincts vote at new sites and Brightline pauses its Orlando trains.

The TLDR

  1. More than 15 inches of rain hit parts of Palm Beach Gardens and Riviera Beach
  2. Election Day rain chances are 60% to 70% in Palm Beach County
  3. South Ocean Boulevard is closed, and five West Palm Beach intersections are flagged
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