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; Gloucester, NJ; Delaware, PA.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 11:38 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 2:30 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

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain moving into the warned area. 1 to 2 inches of rain are expected within an hour, which will likely cause flash flooding

Hazards

Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms

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. Wilmington, Chester, Folcroft, Swarthmore, Elsmere, Arden, Chelsea, Chester Township, Concordville, Elam and Nether Providence Township

Areas Affected

The warning covers New Castle, DE; Gloucester, NJ; Delaware, PA.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.