September 25, 2023 - Harrisburg, PA
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA), and Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) urged motorists to never drive through flooded roadways."It's hurricane season, and Pennsylvania is no stranger to heavy rain and flooding," said PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll. "Please, be safe. If a road is flooded, don't try to drive through it. It takes just two feet of fast-moving water to carry away most vehicles, including large SUVs.""It's important to understand the difference between a flash flood watch and a flash flood warning, especially at night when flooding is harder to see," said PEMA Director Randy Padfield. "Regardless of whether it is a watch or warning, delaying unnecessary travel until after the immediate threat has passed is always a good option because water can rapidly rise and impede your ability to get yourself and your loved ones to safety."List of Speakers:PEMA Director Randy PadfieldPennDOT Secretary Mike CarrollLt. Adam Reed, PA State Police
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