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Flash Flood — Susquehanna, PA

Aug 18, 2023

Slow-moving low pressure over Northeast Pennsylvania was the focus for a constant stream of heavy rain-producing thunderstorms during the overnight hours. A quick rainfall of 2.5 to 3.5 inches caused swollen streams and areas of flooding. Water washed out several roads and infiltrated a mobile home park near Hallstead, PA forcing several people from their homes in the middle of the night.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1131190). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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