Driving through flooded roadways is never a good idea and can result in injury or death.
“Driving during flash flooding events is a significant contributor to loss of life during these types of incidents,” said Randy Padfield, Director of PEMA
Flash flooding can occur during periods of heavy rain, often causing creeks and ponds to overflow onto roadways. Floods can easily sweep vehicles and people off the road and sidewalk. The unsafe conditions can also inhibit emergency response teams from making life-saving rescues.“It’s important to remember that the effort to try to get where you’re going is not nearly as important as the fact that you risk your life,” said Mike Carroll, PennDOT Secretary.
In July 2023, a mother and her two children were killed after being swept away in their car during a flash flood in Bucks County. Others were killed by floods in that same area. The risk of drowning is higher when outside during a flash flood. Lt. Adam Reed, the communications director for the Pennsylvania State Police, encourages drivers to use their best judgment during flash floods.PennDOT and PEMA will often set road barriers in areas likely to experience flooding. People can be charged a fine of $250 if they are seen ignoring a barrier. That fine can double if a rescue crew is called out to retrieve that person and their vehicle.Standing or moving water also puts drivers at risk of hydroplaning.
“It doesn’t matter how good your tires are or how you have your vehicle set up with bigger tires or anything else,” said Greg Hannold, owner of
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