ALERT: Hazardous Weather In Boca Raton And Beyond

by News Desk | May 28, 2022 · 6:37 am | Boca Raton News

ALERT Hazardous Weather In Boca Raton And Beyond

Last Updated: Mar 21, 2026 · 4:45 pm

Related Topics: Beach Safety | Rip Current | Weather

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Flooding, Thunderstorms, Rip Currents

BOCA RATON, FL (Boca Post) — Memorial Day weekend is off to a soggy start with heavy rains and thunderstorms from slow-moving storms are expected today.

The National Weather Service has provided Boca Post with the following “Hazardous Weather Outlook”:

Rip currents: A high risk of rip currents continues along Atlantic
beaches as winds and surf slowly subside.

Flooding: Slow-moving or multiple rounds of storms may produce
localized flooding across the east coast today.

Thunderstorms: Showers and thunderstorms are expected across all of
South Florida today. Gusty, sub-severe, winds will be possible in the
strongest storms.

Rain is not expected to stop. The NWS adds:

Heavy rain will be the primary concern throughout the upcoming week.

What will this mean for your Memorial Day in Boca Raton? It may just add water.

Remember, you can always check out what the beach looks like before you go. Check out the Boca Surf Cam hosted by Boca Post.

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