Flash Flood Warning for Atlantic, NJ
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What you need to know
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- Atlantic
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What is happening
At 611 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is already occurring. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding caused by thunderstorms....
What the bulletin says to do
Turn around...don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. Please report observed flooding to local emergency services or law enforcement and request they pass this information to the National Weather Service when you can do so safely.
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Bulletin details
At 611 PM EDT, local law enforcement reported thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 3 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is already occurring. HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Law enforcement reported. IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses. Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Hammonton, Folsom and Collings Lakes. This includes Atlantic City Expressway between mile markers 24 and 29.
Lifecycle record
Official revisions
- Update
Flash Flood Warning issued July 27 at 6:11PM EDT until July 27 at 10:15PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Official revision - Alert
Flash Flood Warning issued July 27 at 6:07PM EDT until July 27 at 10:15PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Mount Holly NJ. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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