LIVE BLOG: Flooding in South Florida

Storm Team 5 meteorologist Tyler Mauldin answers your questions about the heavy rain, flooding and what to expect. The live chat begins at noon. You can post questions now.

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How long will it take for the flood waters in Boynton to go down?!

by Roger 1/10/2014 5:11:56 PM
Sorry, we were having technical difficulties. We see your questions now, and I'll start answering them immediately!

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:13:28 PM
Roger, it'll vary from neighborhood to neighborhood and depends on the drainage systems. I would say at least 36 hours.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:14:39 PM
Still looks like rain is coming in the Boca area, sky is gray..

by Still looks like rain is... 1/10/2014 5:14:47 PM
We do have SOME rain on the radar. Very light showers though. Nothing like what we saw yesterday and this morning.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:15:13 PM
thank u

by jason n 1/10/2014 5:15:14 PM
How long does it take for deep water to evaporate

by Dan Grossman 1/10/2014 5:15:21 PM
Dan, it depends on the weather/environmental conditions. For example, humidity, wind, cloud cover. A warm, windy, sunny, low humid day would be ideal. It would evaporate the water very quickly.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:16:30 PM
Should I come out of shelter now?

by Ben 1/10/2014 5:16:35 PM
You're good Ben

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:16:41 PM
Ok thanks!

by Still looks like rain is... 1/10/2014 5:16:42 PM
why is the weather so unstable ?

by jason n 1/10/2014 5:16:44 PM
The arctic front that swept through the nation stalled out to our south. It instigated all sorts of crazy weather. Ripples of energy rode across the front, and sparked more storms.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:17:52 PM
what if Florida goes under water and it doesn't come by what should we do ?

by jason n 1/10/2014 5:17:58 PM
Grow fins Jason.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:18:08 PM
wptv yesterday reports showed showers but they were more severe than we expected.

by jay s 1/10/2014 5:18:18 PM
There were some severe storms, but mainly heavy rain producers.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:18:39 PM
how were these missed?

by jay s 1/10/2014 5:18:47 PM
Jay, we forecast heavy rain, but historical events like a foot of rain is hard to forecast.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:19:41 PM
hahaha id love to

by jason n 1/10/2014 5:19:53 PM
Any reports for Donald Ross Road and Military Trail area in Jupiter?

by brandys 1/10/2014 5:19:58 PM
It's getting better Brandys

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:20:05 PM
Do you know if any part of Military Trail is flooded out from Atlantic Ave. to Boynton Beach Blvd?

by Trying to stay dry in Delray 1/10/2014 5:20:11 PM
I'm not sure, but we have details on our website.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:20:20 PM
We are purchasing a condo in the Cresthaven condos, on both sides of Cresthaven Blved, between Jog Rd & Haverhill, in WPB. My question is: How is this area as a result of the storm?

by Margaret 1/10/2014 5:20:22 PM
I believe it is fine Margaret.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:20:57 PM
Looking like rain again in Boynton Beach. Yes??

by Boynton Beach - looking... 1/10/2014 5:21:06 PM
Just light rain. Nothing serious.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:21:13 PM
how much more rain can we expect today?

by patrick 1/10/2014 5:21:17 PM
Not much Patrick.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:21:24 PM
So, did Kait send this, or maybe it was a goodbye gift from Keli?

by Gary 1/10/2014 5:24:50 PM
This live chat is so cool!

by Bill 1/10/2014 5:25:02 PM
You're cool Bill!

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:25:09 PM
Is this a tropical storm??? Shutters? I got water from publix this morning. Thx Tyler

by Ron 1/10/2014 5:25:11 PM
No no no Ron! No Tropical Storm!

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:25:36 PM
Am I going to need scuba gear to get to get home after work? Lol

by Claire 1/10/2014 5:25:40 PM
Doubtful Clair. Flippers may be needed though.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:26:00 PM
Do u know if water managment have opened all the locks in palm beach county and hiw long will they be opened

by joe 1/10/2014 5:26:16 PM
We are not sure Joe, but they're holding a news conference at 1PM. We will cover it live, and we'll have the info for you then.

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:26:54 PM
Lol... Thankfully I'm only five minutes away! Thanks T!

by Claire 1/10/2014 5:26:57 PM
Perfect Claire!

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:27:03 PM
Where did my ? Go

by joe 1/10/2014 5:27:04 PM
Just answered it Joe!

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:27:10 PM
Our park is so flooded that we had a boat in there. Stay away from gateway blvd

by Linda 1/10/2014 5:27:11 PM
Thanks for the advice Linda!

by Tyler Mauldin 1/10/2014 5:27:23 PM