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Life-Threatening Flash Floods Grip Parts of PA, NJ
6 Jul
Summary
- Flash flood warnings are active for parts of southern New Jersey and southeastern Pennsylvania.
- Thunderstorms are producing heavy rainfall, causing life-threatening flash flooding.
- Key highways and low-lying areas are experiencing or are expected to experience flooding.
A flash flood warning has been issued for northwestern Burlington County in southern New Jersey and southeastern Bucks County in Pennsylvania, effective until 3:15 p.m. EDT. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain, with rainfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour anticipated. Between 0.5 to 1 inch of rain has already fallen.
Life-threatening flash flooding is ongoing or expected shortly in creeks, streams, urban areas, and on highways. Affected locations include Willingboro, Medford, Burlington, Bristol, and Mount Holly. Specific highways like Interstate 295 and the New Jersey Turnpike are impacted. A separate warning is active for additional counties until 2:15 p.m. EDT, with 1 to 2 inches of rain already reported, causing flooding along Kelly Drive.
Flash floods can develop rapidly after heavy rain or dam failure, uprooting trees and destroying structures. A flash flood warning signifies that flooding is imminent or occurring, requiring immediate evacuation to higher ground if in a flood-prone area. The directive to 'turn around, don't drown' is critical for safety.
