Flash Flood Warning by NWS

• Effective: 2024-06-26 15:33:00 EDT
• Expires: 2024-06-26 17:45:00 EDT
• Urgency: Immediate
• Severity: Severe
• Certainty: Likely
• Instruction: Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. In hilly terrain there are hundreds of low water crossings which are potentially dangerous in heavy rain. Do not attempt to cross flooded roads. Find an alternate route.
• Target Area: McKean, PA; Warren, PA

The National Weather Service in State College has issued a Flash Flood Warning for west central McKean County and east central Warren County in north central Pennsylvania until 5:45 PM EDT. Thunderstorms with heavy rainfall have been detected by radar, with 1 to 2 inches already on the ground and an additional half to one inch expected. The downpour is causing flash flooding in the area, affecting small creeks and streams, urban zones, roads, and low-lying regions. Cities and landmarks at risk include Warren, Smethport, Westline, and the Kinzua Dam and Bridge State Park, among others. Residents should be alert for rising water and avoid flood-prone areas.

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