Flash Flood Warning Issued in Arroyo, Maunabo, Patillas and Yabucoa, Puerto Rico

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the National Weather Service for Arroyo, Maunabo, Patillas and Yabucoa Counties in Puerto Rico.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 12:47 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 3:15 AM 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 across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 2 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding

Potential Impact

Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses

Areas Affected

The warning covers Arroyo, Maunabo, Patillas and Yabucoa Counties in Puerto Rico.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.