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Most Common Flat-Tire Causes on I-95 and the 826 in Miami
From debris on the Palmetto Expressway to pothole clusters near the Dolphin, Miami-Dade's busiest corridors produce predictable flat patterns. Here is what we see most often — and how to avoid them.
I-95 and the SR-826 Palmetto Expressway see the highest volume of flat-tire calls in Miami-Dade County. The causes cluster into three categories: road debris, pothole damage, and heat-induced blowouts.
Construction debris, shattered concrete, and loose gravel on the Palmetto shoulder account for roughly 40% of our I-95 corridor calls. Potholes near the Dolphin interchange cause another large share — the repeated impact can shear a tire bead or crack the sidewall.
South Florida heat is the silent killer. Asphalt temperatures routinely exceed 140°F in summer, increasing tire pressure and accelerating wear. A tire that was fine at 8 AM can be vulnerable by 4 PM.
