Flash Flood — Bucks, Pennsylvania

2021-09-01 · near Davisville, Bucks, Pennsylvania

$25.0M

Property damage

Event narrative

Widespread flash flooding occurred in lower Bucks County with many road closures and vehicles stranded. There were numerous water rescues. Most waterways in the county overflowed, including the Delaware River (with a highly unusual quick response to the runoff), Neshaminy Creek, Tohickon Creek and the East Branch of the Perkiomen Creek. Many buildings and homes were flooded.

Wider weather episode

Post Tropical Cyclone Ida brought heavy rain to eastern Pennsylvania on September 1. Rainfall totals were as high as 5 to 10 inches. The heavy rain caused significant flash flooding, mainly in the southeastern part of the state. It resulted in widespread property damage. There were several fatalities.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 981441. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.