At the National Weather Service Miami Forecast Office, our team of meteorologists analyzes current weather conditions and computer model data to produce specialized weather and water forecasts for South Florida. When hazardous weather materializes, meteorologists issue watches, warnings, and advisories in an effort to protect life and property. We leverage invaluable partnerships with emergency management, local media, and the public to gather and disseminate critical weather information. NWS Miami is responsible for 7 counties in South Florida, as well as all of Lake Okeechobee. Additionally, we forecast out to 60nm over the Atlantic and Gulf Waters. This forecast area covers over 25,000 square miles (~11K land, ~14K water)  with a population of over 6.5 million (U.S. Census Bureau, 2019).