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Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management
Sunday June 10th, 2018 :: 07:51 a.m. EDT

Advisory

Flash Flood Watch

Flash Flood Watch in effect today from 6PM until 8AM, 6/11. Be prepared to take action in the event that flooding develops.

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a

* Flash Flood Watch from this evening through Monday morning.

* Light to moderate rainfall will develop across the area today.
The rainfall is expected to become heavier later this evening
into the overnight hours. One to two inches of rain are expected
occur across portions of the area. Scattered thunderstorms may
also occur and could be slow moving which could lead to locally
higher amounts.

* Excessive rainfall within a short period of time can lead to
rapidly rising waters and flash flooding, particularly in
urban areas and along small creeks and streams.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Flash Flood Watch means that there is the potential for flash
flooding which can be life-threatening. Heavy rain is expected to
occur over a short period of time. Rapidly rising flood waters
may quickly inundate roadways and areas of poor drainage. Streams
and creeks could leave their banks, flooding nearby properties.

Please monitor the forecast, especially if you live in a location
that is prone to flooding. Be prepared to take action if a flash
flood warning is issued for your area.



For additional updates and weather information, visit http://www.weather.gov/phi

For all current NWS Watches, Warnings, or Advisories, visit here.
  
For further information on emergency preparedness, visit http://www.phila.gov/ready

Address/Location
Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management
240 Spring Garden St
Philadelphia, PA 19123

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1

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