Heavy Rain Causes Flash Flooding In Westmoreland Co.
PENN TOWNSHIP (KDKA) -- Heavy rain caused some flash flooding Thursday evening in Westmoreland County.
The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for the county through 9:45 p.m.
According to emergency dispatchers, several roads in Penn Township had to be closed down due to flooding.
However, no injuries have been reported.
Other parts of the county are seeing some flooding, like Jeannette, Greensburg and Harrison City.
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Excessive runoff from the heavy rainfall caused small creeks and streams to overflow their banks.
Drivers are being urged to use caution on the roads and don't drive through any that are flooded.
Around 9:40 p.m., emergency officials say the water was beginning to recede and roads were beginning to reopen.
Also, parts of Fayette County are also reportedly seeing some flooding.
Stay with KDKA for the latest on this developing story.
