Flash Flood Warning Issued for Parts of Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania
Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for New Castle, DE; Camden, NJ; Gloucester, NJ; Salem, NJ; Chester, PA; Delaware, PA; Montgomery, PA; Philadelphia, PA.
Flash Flood Warning
The alert was issued at 8:39 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:45 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.
Storm Details
Trained weather spotters reported flash flooding with water rescues around Delaware County. Between 1 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Flooding impacts will continue, but no additional rainfall is expected. Flash flooding is already occurring
Hazards
Flash flooding caused by heavy rain
Potential Impact
Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Philadelphia, Camden, Wilmington, Newark, West Chester, Gloucester City, Chester, West Deptford, Yeadon and Westtown
Areas Affected
The warning covers New Castle, DE; Camden, NJ; Gloucester, NJ; Salem, NJ; Chester, PA; Delaware, PA; Montgomery, PA; Philadelphia, PA.
Safety Information
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
