Broward public schools to remain closed on Friday, 14 April, 2023
(FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA)
Broward County’s public schools will remain closed for a second consecutive day due to extensive flooding caused by inclement weather that began earlier this week and continues to affect the region, school district officials said.
The Broward County School Board reached the decision during a meeting held Thursday evening.
School district officials confirmed the cancellation of classes and all school activities on Friday, citing the historic flooding and more rain being forecast for Friday.
BCPS Chief of Communications John Sullivan said the damage level was unexpected, and that’s why they closed schools at 11 p.m. on Wednesday instead of earlier.
Sullivan said the schools that sustained the most damage are located in Dania Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood and Oakland Park.
The relentless downpours also led to the full closure of Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the roads surrounding it. FLL officials said the airport is expected to remain closed until at least 9 a.m. on Friday.
Classes are expected to resume on Monday.
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