With heavy rainfall expected due to Tropical Rainstorm Fred, PennDOT has partnered with other state officials to remind drivers across the state to stay cautious when driving in flooded areas.
PennDOT said in a news release that some areas could experience a rapid onset of locally flooded roadways due to the heavy rainfall, and more than three inches of rain could be seen between now and tomorrow morning. Some places that could flood quicker than others include small creeks and streams, so residents living near these places should keep an eye out for rising water levels on Friday and throughout the weekend.
The Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) will be in contact with county emergency management personnel to monitor any unmet local needs, and PennDOT says motorists should not drive across flooded roadways, as swiftly flowing water could wash cars away or break-up the roadbed underneath the water.
The Pennsylvania Boat and Fish Commission also urges boaters to use added caution on and around the water this week and to wear a life jacket.
Motorists can use the 511PA mobile app to view changing road conditions.
