King Tides flood Las Olas Boulevard, submerging streets and parking areas in Florida, USA

On October 27, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, @ReOpenChris shared a video showing severe coastal flooding along East Las Olas Boulevard as seasonal King Tides pushed water into the streets. In the video, floodwater covers sections of the palm-lined roadway and sidewalks, extending into the lower parking area of a modern residential building and partially surrounding several parked vehicles. According to reports, several roadways experienced flooding on October 26 as higher-than-normal tides pushed water into low-lying areas. The city warned that October 27 would bring the highest tide of the year, with additional high tides expected on October 28 and 29. Officials explained that tidal flooding occurs when rising ocean levels push seawater through waterways and drainage systems into low-lying neighborhoods, where it can remain until the tide recedes. Residents were advised to avoid driving through flooded streets and allow extra travel time.