Centre Region COG
Office of Emergency Management

2643 Gateway Drive, Suite 3  ●  State College, PA 16801  ●  (814) 235-7838

 

Flooding

 

Flooding is one of Pennsylvania's most frequent hazards.

 

What is your Community's flood risk?

There are different reasons a community may flood, such as upstream flooding or locally heavy rainfall. Low-lying or poor drainage areas can increase flood risk. What can you do to protect yourself - learn flood threats affecting your community such as

Local rivers or creeks that flood frequently

Is your home located in a low-lying area?

 

Where Can You Go For Up-To-Date Info?

FLOOD OUTLOOK – Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.

OBSERVED PRECIPITATION – Middle Atlantic River Forecast Center.

FLOOD INFORMATION CENTER - National Weather Service Hydrological Information Center.

EXCESSIVE RAINFALL OUTLOOK - Hydrometeorological Prediction Center.

DAY 1 PRECIPITATION FORECAST - Hydrometeorological Prediction Center.

DAY 2 PRECIPITATION FORECAST - Hydrometeorological Prediction Center.

DAY 3 PRECIPITATION FORECAST - Hydrometeorological Prediction Center.

 

What Actions Should You Take To Be Prepared?

Determine whether you live in a potential flood zone.

Keep abreast of road conditions through the news media. Move to a safe area before access is cut off by floodwater.

Develop a flood emergency action plan.

Have FLOOD INSURANCE. Flood damage is not usually covered by homeowners insurance. Do not make assumptions. Check your policy.
 

For further information:

Call 1-888-CALL-FLOOD ext. 445, TDD# 1-800-427-5593 for more information.