UPDATE: Severe rainfall inundated the Lehigh Valley Monday night, with reports confirming up to 6 inches falling in Center Valley, leading to significant flooding and emergency water rescues. The deluge has prompted urgent responses as residents and officials grapple with the aftermath.
As of 11:15 PM on October 30, 2023, the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, reported the staggering totals from across the region. Center Valley, particularly hard hit, recorded the highest rainfall total, causing flooding along Route 309. Other areas experienced varying amounts of rain, with totals ranging from 1 to 4.58 inches.
Rainfall totals from various locations include:
– **Lehigh County**
– Center Valley: 6 inches
– Coopersburg: 4.58 inches
– Macungie: 1.01 inches
– **Northampton County**
– Martins Creek: 2.34 inches
– Easton: 1.76 inches
– Walnutport: 1.2 inches
– **Carbon County**
– Lake Harmony: 2.06 inches
– Jim Thorpe: 1.54 inches
– Lehighton: 1.1 inches
– Weatherly: 1.04 inches
– **Monroe County**
– Tobyhanna: 2.2 inches
– Coolbaugh Township: 2.13 inches
– Stroudsburg: 2.02 inches
– Skytop: 1.98 inches
– Blakeslee: 1.93 inches
The intense weather has led to emergency crews conducting multiple water rescues as communities work to assess the damage. Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid flooded areas, as conditions remain dangerous.
Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Expect additional updates as recovery efforts unfold and further rainfall is forecasted for the coming days.
This situation highlights the urgent need for preparedness in the face of unpredictable weather patterns. Stay tuned for more developments as we track the ongoing impact of this storm across the Lehigh Valley.
