Flash Flood in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania

Flash Flood August 9, 2024 · Luzerne County, Pennsylvania

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Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Street and road flooding was occurring.

The wider storm

A deep plume of tropical moisture had spread over Northeast Pennsylvania ahead of the remnants of Tropical Storm Debby. Prolonged torrential rains blanketed the region during the night and early morning hours before becoming enhanced by the approaching tropical remnants. This enhancement of rainfall led to widespread flash flooding in many parts of the region where roads and bridges were destroyed and washed away along with numerous impacted properties. Many swiftwater rescue teams were deployed to extricate stranded residents from their homes and vehicles.

Began near Hazleton Muni Arpt (40.9800, -76.0300).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1210813. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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