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Flash Flood Warning: Greenwich Police Close Several Roadways Flash Flood Warning: Greenwich Police Close Several Roadways
Flash Flood Warning: Greenwich Police Close Several Roadways The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Fairfield County. Greenwich Police Deputy Chief Mark E. Zuccerella said on Friday, Sept. 29, if you see flooded roadways to turn around. "Most flood deaths occur in vehicles," he said. "Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads." Due to the intense rains, the following roads are closed. 12 Fletcher Avenue 20 Ridgebrook 414 Roundhill  William Street West 535 North St. 42 North Water/under railroad bridge Riverside Road between Hycliff and Pecksland is accumulating a large amount of water at this t…
Tornado Warnings Issued In Parts Of Maryland, Virginia Tornado Warnings Issued In Parts Of Maryland, Virginia
Tornado Warnings Issued In Parts Of Maryland, Virginia When it rains, it pours. A week after the DMV region was battered by severe thunderstorms that left tens of thousands without power for days, a new batch of wicked weather is making its way to the area. Tornado Warnings have been issued in Charles, Arlington, Alexandria, and Fairfax counties on Monday afternoon, and some officials are advising that residents batten down the hatches.  Tornado Warning including Springfield VA, Lincolnia VA and Rose Hill VA until 4:45 PM EDT pic.twitter.com/clR12BZw2x — NWS Baltimore-Washington (@NWS_BaltWash) August 14, 2023 Tornado Warning includin…
VIDEO: First Responders In DC Make Water Rescue Amid Flash Flooding During Storm VIDEO: First Responders In DC Make Water Rescue Amid Flash Flooding During Storm
Video: First Responders In DC Make Water Rescue Amid Flash Flooding During Storm Fast-moving thunderstorms that rolled through the region caused difficulties for some who found themselves caught in precarious positions. In one such instance, DC Fire and EMS first responders had to attempt a water rescue in Northeast DC after a driver’s vehicle became trapped under a bridge by flooded waters. Shortly after 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10, the agency’s Rescue Squad was ready to jump into action along the 600 block of Rhode Island Avenue with an inflatable boat to save the driver. Water rescue 600 block R.I. Ave NE. Had occupied vehicle in high water. Rescue Squad w…
Flash Flooding Threatens NJ Flash Flooding Threatens NJ
Flash Flooding Threatens NJ A flash flood warning was issued for North and Central Jersey ahead of a storm system making its way into the region Monday night. Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, leaving the state under 1 to 3 inches of water, were expected Monday night into Tuesday, the National Weather Service said. [645 AM] An active weather pattern is forecast starting Monday night through Wednesday. You can find the latest forecast for your area here: https://t.co/IqjGqGzzwq #MDwx #DEwx #PAwx #NJwx pic.twitter.com/jWVIkYqaAv — NWS Mount Holly (@NWS_MountHolly) October 24, 2021 The southern part of the state wi…
Water Rescues Reported In South Jersey Water Rescues Reported In South Jersey
Water Rescues Reported In South Jersey As the National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for parts of Central and South Jersey, several water rescues were reported in Camden County. About 2:30 p.m. Thursday, first responders in Camden were called to Delaware Avenue and Cooper Street to assist "numerous cars in the water,'' according to initial reports. An unconfirmed report said that there was an infant in one of the vehicles, which required a "high water rescue." No other details were immediately available. Flash flood warnings were issued Thursday by the NWS for Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Middlesex, Monmouth a…
PA State Police Trooper Rescues Mom, Kids From Chester County Flood Waters PA State Police Trooper Rescues Mom, Kids From Chester County Flood Waters
PA State Police Trooper Rescues Mom, Kids From Chester County Flood Waters A Pennsylvania State Police trooper was in the right place at the right time while cruising through Caln Township Thursday afternoon. Trooper Kyle VanHart from PSP-Embreeville rescued a mom, her two children, and their dog from a flooded roadway at South Bailey Road and Lincoln Highway around 12:15 p.m., state police confirmed. PA State Trooper helps rescue a Mother and her two children along with their dog from a flooded roadway at S Bailey Rd &... Posted by IrishEyez Photog on Thursday, September 23, 2021 A bystander also assisted in the rescue. Meanwhile, firefighters from Thor…
NWS: Tornado Watch Issued In Central Pennsylvania As Part Of Severe Weather Pattern NWS: Tornado Watch Issued In Central Pennsylvania As Part Of Severe Weather Pattern
NWS: Tornado Watch Issued In Central Pennsylvania As Part Of Severe Weather Pattern A tornado watch has been issued in Central Pennsylvania by the National Weather Service. The following counties are included in the watch on Wednesday until 8 p.m.: Adams  Bedford Berks Blair Cambria Cameron Carbon Centre Chester Clearfield Clinton Columbia Cumberland  Dauphin        Elk Franklin Fulton Huntingdon Juniata Lackawanna Lancaster Lebanon Lehigh Luzerne Lycoming Mifflin Monroe Montour Northampton Northumberland Perry Schuylkill Snyder Somerset Sullivan Union Wyoming York West Virginia and Maryland also had several countries under the watch. The wa…
Not Over Yet: Flooding Remains Concern After Rounds Of Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Through Area Not Over Yet: Flooding Remains Concern After Rounds Of Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Through Area
Not Over Yet: Flooding Remains Concern After Rounds Of Severe Thunderstorms Sweep Through Area The severe thunderstorms that brought torrential rain, frequent lightning, huge hailstones and damaging wind gusts have moved out of the area, but flooding will be a concern on Tuesday, July 23. Most of the steady and strong storm activity ended by midnight, but thousands of residents in the region remain without power and scattered rounds of heavy rain have been making the morning commute a challenging one for many. Flash Flood Watches and Warnings will be in effect until noon Tuesday for most of the area as a cold front has finally pushed through, leading to cooler and comfortab…
Flash Flood Warning: New Round Of Thunderstorms Sweep Through Area Flash Flood Warning: New Round Of Thunderstorms Sweep Through Area
Flash Flood Warning: New Round Of Thunderstorms Sweep Through Area A new round of thunderstorms sweeping through the area Tuesday night has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Flash Flood Warnings and Flood Advisories for the region.  The Flash Flood Warning, for Westchester, Rockland and Orange counties, is in effect until 9:45 p.m. Tuesday. The Flood Advisory, for Putnam and Fairfield counties, is in effect until 9:15 p.m. Just before 7 p.m., Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the area.  Flash flooding is expected to begin shortly. Some locations that will experience flooding include New City, Newburgh, Midd…
Flash Flood Warning In Effect For Southern Westchester Flash Flood Warning In Effect For Southern Westchester
Flash Flood Warning In Effect For Southern Westchester With rounds of heavy rain moving through the area, a Flash Flood Warning is now in effect for Southern Westchester on Tuesday afternoon. The advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, is in effect until 4 p.m. Tuesday. Heavy rain will cause flooding in the advisory area., the weather service said The rain is expected to remain heavy through the evening commute. Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots. Related story: Heavy Rain, Showers W…
Flash Flood Warning: Heavy Rain Overspreads Area Flash Flood Warning: Heavy Rain Overspreads Area
Flash Flood Warning: Heavy Rain Overspreads Area This story has been updated. With rounds of heavy rain moving through the area, a Flash Flood Warning is now in effect for all of Fairfield County on Tuesday afternoon. The advisory, issued by the National Weather Service, lasts till 6:15 p.m. Tuesday. Heavy rain will cause flooding in the advisory area., the weather service said The rain is expected to remain heavy through the evening commute. Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots. Some locat…
Power Outages Increase As Rainstorm Pounds Fairfield County Power Outages Increase As Rainstorm Pounds Fairfield County
Power Outages Increase As Rainstorm Pounds Fairfield County Flash Flood Warning Issued For Fairfield County With winds whipping upwards of 40 mph and a steady stream of rain pounding the area, hundreds of Fairfield County residents are in the dark after losing power due to the storm. In total, 700 Eversource customers - including more than 200 in Fairfield County - were reporting outages throughout Connecticut as of noon the storm continues to rage in the region, leaving an increased number of residents without power. Greenwich was hit hardest by the first phase of the storm, with 131 customers reporting outages. The rain is expected to last thro…
Flash Flood Warning In Effect With Bergen County Road Closures Flash Flood Warning In Effect With Bergen County Road Closures
Flash Flood Warning In Effect With Bergen County Road Closures April showers are making their grand entrance, with a flash flood warning in effect across Bergen and Passaic counties. The warning is in effect until 2:15 p.m. Monday. Up to two inches of rain have already come down. Several streets in the area were closed or too flooded to drive in as of noon including: New Bridge Road, River Edge (roundabout) Hackensack Avenue into River Edge First Street, Hackensack by the high school Main/Essex, River/Kennedy/River/Court in Hackensack New Bridge Road at River Road, New Milford Check with your local police department/Nixle alerts for more closings. Em…