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Daily editionSunday, September 20th, 2026

Good morning, Fort Lauderdale.

The 5AM Fort Lauderdale Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 20th of September.

Government

  1. River Oaks residents said a new pump station — installed end of 2024 — failed to clear backed-up drains on Friday and Saturday, risking floods.

    The city spent $50 million after 2023’s flooding to upgrade a system meant for 7 to 10 inches of rain, and officials have not yet responded.

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