Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued October 31 at 7:29AM AST until October 31 at 9:30AM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 31, 2024 - 4:29am
Expires:
October 31, 2024 - 6:30am
Description:
At 729 AM AST, emergency management reported thunderstorms producing
heavy rain across the warned area. Up to 4 inches of rain have
fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches are possible in
the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing, affecting road PR-31
near Pitina and Calle 4 in Bo. El Duque, as reported by emergency
managers. Drivers should avoid portions of PR-31, near exit #22 of
PR-53, and nearby roads.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding.
SOURCE...Emergency management reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams,
urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Naguabo, Aguas Claras, Roosevelt Roads, Duque, Rio Blanco, Pena
Pobre and Daguao.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
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.
Area Description:
Naguabo, PR
Forcast Office:
NWS San Juan PR