Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued November 16 at 8:56PM AST until November 16 at 10:15PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
November 16, 2024 - 4:56pm
Expires:
November 16, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 856 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy
rain across the warned area. Between 2 and 4 inches of rain have
fallen. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
USGS river sensors indicated that Rio Guayanes is in flood stage,
likely flooding the banana plantation. Flooding is also likely in
PR-3, and PR-902 near Central Roig.
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Yabucoa, PR
Forcast Office:
NWS San Juan PR