The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Central Berks County until 3:00 AM. At 9:05 PM, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 0.5 and 1 inch of rain has fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 2 to 3 inches in 1 hour. Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.
Life threatening flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses.
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.