A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for portions of the Greater Philadelphia region.
⚠️ This is a life-threatening situation. Flash flooding can develop within minutes, especially in areas experiencing torrential rainfall. Never underestimate the power of moving water.
What you need to do NOW:
Avoid unnecessary travel.
Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Never drive through flooded roadways—you cannot tell how deep the water is or if the road has been washed away.
If flooding develops near your location, move to higher ground immediately.
Stay away from flooded creeks, streams, underpasses, and low-lying areas.
Continue monitoring trusted weather sources and heed all warnings from local officials.
Remember:
• Just 6 inches of moving water can knock an adult off their feet.
• Just 12 inches of moving water can carry away most vehicles.
Heavy rainfall may continue, causing rapid rises on creeks, poor drainage flooding, and dangerous road conditions. Additional Flash Flood Warnings may be issued as storms move through the region. Today’s severe weather setup also includes the potential for damaging winds and isolated tornadoes in addition to torrential rainfall.
If it is safe to do so, share your rainfall reports, flooding photos, or road conditions in the comments along with your location.
Stay weather aware and stay safe.
