Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued November 16 at 8:58PM AST until November 16 at 10:15PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
November 16, 2024 - 4:58pm
Expires:
November 16, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
At 858 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.
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 indicate that Rio Cayaguas at Cerro Gordo has
reached flood stage and will likely remain at flood stage this
evening.
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:
Caguas, PR; Gurabo, PR; San Lorenzo, PR
Forcast Office:
NWS San Juan PR