Thursday, December 27, 2012
Officials in Bristol Borough and along the Neshaminy Creek are warning of flooding on Thursday and Friday following a massive weather system.
Officials in the lower portion of the county are warning residents who live along the Delaware River and Neshaminy Creek that flooding is a threat in the coming days. Bristol Borough emergency management officials said the "Mill Street Parking Lot is likely to flood the next few days on high tide." They also asked residents along Radcliffe Street to secure "floatable" items and to remove electronic and valuables from lower levels. Bucks County emergency planners cautioned residents who live near the banks of the Neshaminy Creek Bristol, Bensalem, Langhorne, Lower Southampton, Middletown and Northampton to "monitor the creek and take protective actions if necessary." Rain and high winds are expected to remain in the region until Thursday …
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Heavy, slow moving pockets of rainfall could produce flooding of small streams and poor drainage areas.
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Tuesday, September 4, 2012
The National Weather Service in Mount Holly issued a flash flood watch this morning for the Philadelphia area including Bucks and Montgomery counties. According to the weather service, tropical rains threaten to produce pockets of flash flooding at times into Wednesday evening. The watch indicated that a warm front across the upper DelMarVa area will be slowly lifting north today as low pressure moves from the Ohio Valley toward New York state. The low should trail a weak cool front southward into the Delaware Valley on Wednesday. Pockets of short duration excessive rains are probable in this pattern especially since the bands of showers and embedded thunderstorms will be moving very slowly. General rainfall of 2-4 inches is expected …
Friday, July 6, 2012
The so-called 'Turn Around Don't Drown' legislation has been signed into law.
Motorists who become stranded after driving around police barricades during storms and flooding will receive more than a rescue under a bill signed into law Thursday by Gov. Tom Corbett. The bill, dubbed "Turn Around, Don't Drown," was sponsored locally by State Rep. Todd Stephens, R-151, of Horsham. The legislation, which takes effect in 60 days, ensures that anyone who requires rescue, towing or medical care after ignoring a barricade or warning sign would be fined $250 to $500 and have points assessed to their driving record. Stephens introduced the bill in response to various instances locally in which drivers became stranded, particularly during Hurricane Irene last summer, as a result of attempting to drive around temporary police …
Sunday, April 22, 2012
Rainfall is expected to total between 2 and 3.5 inches.
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Sunday, April 22, 2012
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch on Sunday for the surrounding area including Bucks and Montgomery counties. The watch is in effect from 8 a.m. through late Sunday night. Heavy rain is expected to fall across the region starting in the afternoon and continuing into Monday. Rainfall is expected to total between 2 and 3.5 inches. Even though we have been very dry lately, this much rain could result in flooding of small rivers and quick-responding streams such as the Neshaminy Creek in Bucks County. A flood watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Here’s the local forecast: Today: Rain, mainly …
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Residents should check insurance coverage, learn about flood watches and warnings, plan evacuation routes and have emergency items on hand.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Last week, emergency management officials reminded Pennsylvania residents to plan ahead to prevent potential property loss due to flooding, and to be ready to act quickly whenever severe storms increase the risk of flash flooding. Locally, Bucks and Montgomery counties saw significant flooding last year following Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. History has shown that spring and summer storms in Pennsylvania have the potential to trigger flash flooding with little warning, said Glenn Cannon, director of the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency. “Many people are still struggling to recover from last year’s historic floods, which brought a stark reminder of why it is essential for residents to always be prepared,” Cannon said. “…
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Rain could cause local flooding.
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Tuesday, December 27, 2011
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for Tuesday in the surrounding area including Bucks and Montgomery counties. The watch is in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Tuesday evening. Heavier rain is expected to fall in the watch area. Event rainfall totals of 1 to 1.5 inches would be enough to start flooding of the more susceptible creeks and small rivers in the watch area. Poor drainage roadway flooding should be expected. Mainly minor creek and smaller river flooding is possible. This may close some roadways in the watch area. The heavier rain should have an impact on the evening commute even if its lighter than average because of the holiday week. Here’s the local forecast: Tuesday: Rain, mainly after 2pm. High near 50…
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Watch area includes Bucks and Montgomery counties.
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a flash flood watch for the surrounding area including Bucks and Montgomery counties. The watch is in effect from 10 p.m. this evening through Wednesday afternoon. According to the Weather Service, a complex low pressure system will move from the Ohio Valley into our region later tonight and produce a copious amount of rain over a rather short time period. Rain will be heavy at times tonight and early Wednesday morning as the system wraps up and moves to our northeast. Widespread rainfall amounts of one to three inches are possible in the watch area with even higher amounts from isolated thunderstorms. Impacts could include small stream, poor drainage, urban area, basement, and …
Monday, September 26, 2011
Buoys were reported lost or removed from the Delaware River and the Neshaminy Creek in Bucks County.
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Monday, September 26, 2011
The Pa. Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is warning boaters throughout the state to be cautious when venturing out on the water after the recent flooding from Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee. Many aids to navigation, especially buoys, that boaters rely on to warn them of dangerous areas such as low-head dams, rocks or narrow channels, may have washed away or were removed prior to the flooding. “Buoys that remain may have moved off station and may no longer mark the proper areas,” said Ryan Walt, PFBC boating and watercraft safety manager. Buoys were reported lost or removed from the Delaware River, Schuylkill River near Norristown and the Neshaminy Creek in Bucks County. Buoys owned by the PFBC are normally removed for the winter by …
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Friday, September 23, 2011
The center is located in the Neshaminy Mall near the AMC movie theater.
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Friday, September 23, 2011
There were about a dozen flood victims in the Neshaminy Mall in Bensalem yesterday at 1 p.m. waiting for the Disaster Recovery Center to open. The center is meant to be a one-stop shop for those dealing with flooding from Hurricane Irene in late August. Agencies located there include: the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Small Business Administration (SBA), the Bucks County Emergency Management Agency, the county Health Department, the state Pennsylvania Department of Welfare, PennDOT, and the state Attorney General’s office. The center will be open indefinitely 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The center is located near the AMC movie theater adjacent to the mall’s management offices. According to FEMA spokesman Mike Wade, over 500 Bucks …
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Tips for preparing your animals for a disaster are similar to ones for humans.
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Friday, September 23, 2011
When Pennsylvania residents were asked to evacuate their homes during the recent flooding, many were suddenly faced with the problem of what to do with their pets. More than 20 teams of volunteers opened and managed 29 temporary animal shelters across the state during the height of the recent flooding, and some of those animal shelters still remain open. “We encourage all those with domestic animals to make a plan before emergencies happen,’’ said Joel Hersh, executive director of the Pennsylvania State Animal Response Team, and “prepare your home, business or farm for an emergency before the emergency occurs.’’ Based on principals used by emergency managers, Animal Response Teams involve a coordinated effort between government, …
Sarah Larson
10:09 pm on Sunday, April 22, 2012
Our sump pump is running like a champ! Fingers crossed it stays that way. more ›