Public Advisory: Cold Weather Alerts and Essential City Services

Official Sunday Roundup: Public Safety and Service Notices

Welcome to the miami.news official city notices roundup for Sunday, February 1, 2026. As the city navigates a significant drop in temperatures and opens essential assistance programs, we have compiled the latest advisories and announcements from the City of Miami and Miami-Dade County officials.

Emergency Cold Weather Advisory

The National Weather Service and local officials have issued a freeze watch and wind advisory for South Florida effective through this morning. Temperatures are expected to drop into the 30s, with wind chill values potentially reaching the 20s in some areas. Residents are advised to take the following precautions:

• Shelter and Heat: If you do not have adequate heat in your home or lack shelter, please call 311 in Miami-Dade County to be directed to the nearest warming center or available emergency shelter.
• Pet Safety: Keep all pets indoors. For outdoor animals, ensure they have a warm, dry shelter with plenty of food and unfrozen water.
• Vulnerable Neighbors: Perform frequent checks on elderly family members, friends, and neighbors to ensure their heating systems are functioning safely.
• Safety Hazards: Do not use generators or charcoal grills inside your home, as they pose a high risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. Ensure portable space heaters are kept at least three feet away from flammable materials.

Senior Rental Assistance Program Reopens

The City of Miami has officially reopened the Senior Rental Assistance Program (SRAP) for new applications. This program is designed to support low-income renters aged 62 and older who face annual rent increases. Key details include:

• Benefits: Eligible residents may receive up to $500 per month toward rent for up to one year, paid directly to landlords.
• Eligibility: Applicants must live within city limits, spend more than 30% of their income on rent, and have a household income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
• Deadline: The application window remains open through Friday, February 20, 2026. Paper applications are available at Miami City Hall and various District Offices.

Health and Water Quality Updates

The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County has officially lifted the water quality health advisory for North Shore at 73rd Street in Miami Beach. Recent tests indicate that Enterococcus bacteria levels have returned to an acceptable range established by state guidelines. The water is now deemed safe for recreational activities.

Upcoming Public Meetings and Hearings

Residents are encouraged to participate in the following official government proceedings scheduled for early this week at the Stephen P. Clark Government Center:

• Policy Council (PC): Monday, February 2, at 9:00 a.m.
• Recreation Tourism Committee (RTC): Monday, February 2, at 1:00 p.m.
• Partnering for Progress Workshop: District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo will host an interactive civic workshop on Monday, February 2, to help residents navigate public processes and neighborhood improvements.

State Policy Notice: Driver's License Exams

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles has announced that starting February 6, 2026, all driver's license exams—including oral examinations—will be administered exclusively in English. Language-translation services will no longer be permitted for skills or knowledge testing statewide.