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In Easton, the Delaware River crested at 17 feet (5.2 m) above flood stage. At Riegelsville, the river was at 14 feet (4.3 m) above flood level, and at New Hope it crested at 8 feet (2.4 m) above flood level. Swatara Creek inundates the United Water Plant and the Duke Street Bridge in Hummelstown, PA
At least 6 drivers needed rescue after getting trapped in rushing waters. Eastern Pennsylvania saw more flash flooding, while some trees were downed. [76] August 19, 2021 – The remnants of Tropical Storm Fred struck Pennsylvania, bringing 6 tornadoes. [77] Leonard Harrison State Park was temporarily closed due to flooding from the storm. [78]
Flooding from Hurricanes Connie and Diane in August 1955 ravaged the Delaware River valley. During the flooding, four bridges sustained serious damage or were washed away. The Portland–Columbia Covered Bridge, the Point Pleasant–Byram Bridge, and the Yardley–Wilburtha Bridge had all or most of their spans washed away. [3]
Flood watch issued for Poconos, eastern Pa. as heavy rain expected. Gannett. Kathryne Rubright, Pocono Record. December 17, 2023 at 9:23 AM. Eastern Pennsylvania, including Carbon, Monroe, Pike ...
Police close roads in Middletown, Northampton, Upper Makefield; Neshaminy Creek surpasses flood stage. Police departments throughout Bucks County took to social media to warn of closed roads.
Get the Easton, PA local weather forecast by the hour and the next 10 days. ... Eastern US: Upcoming rainstorm to bring flooding, fog and ice risks.
Flood waters there, reportedly up to 8 ft (2.4 m) deep, demolished local homes and businesses. In Aston Township, mud accumulated to 3 to 4 ft (0.91 to 1.22 m). In Conshohocken, a rail car carrying 10 people became trapped in rapidly rising flood waters. After a rescue boat capsized en route, a few of the passengers held onto a tree awaiting ...
Some minor river flooding is possible in the region from a combination of the heavy rain and melting snow on the ground. High Winds. Strong, gusty winds will impact much of the mid-Atlantic and ...