Flash Flood Warning Issued in Sussex, Delaware

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Sussex County in Delaware.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 1:11 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 5:15 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 and automated rain gauges indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

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. Georgetown, Millsboro, Lewes, Milton, Dagsboro, Millville, Henlopen Acres, Cape Henlopen State Park, Long Neck, Ocean View, Frankford and South Bethany

Areas Affected

The warning covers Sussex County in Delaware.

Safety Information

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