Pittsburgh, PA – Heavy rainfall overnight has led to a regional flood watch extending through 8 a.m. Sunday for parts of Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio.
According to the National Weather Service in Pittsburgh, 1.0 to 1.5 inches of rain fell across the region from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Friday, compounding earlier week precipitation and prompting concerns of rising water levels. The most affected areas include southwestern Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia, and one Ohio county.
Counties under the expanded flood watch include Allegheny, Washington, Westmoreland, Greene, Beaver, and Fayette in Pennsylvania; Hancock, Brooke, Ohio, Marshall, Wetzel, Marion, and Monongalia in West Virginia; and Jefferson County in Ohio.
Residents in flood-prone areas are urged to monitor forecasts closely and be ready to act if water levels begin to rise. The NWS advises those near rivers and streams to prepare for possible flood warnings and take protective measures.
Rainfall is expected to continue into the weekend, increasing the risk for flash flooding. Local officials recommend clearing storm drains, avoiding flooded roadways, and keeping emergency kits accessible. This rainfall pattern is not unusual for spring but could lead to rapid water rises, especially in urban and low-lying areas.
