Flash Flood Warning — Erie County, Pennsylvania
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued August 8 at 8:38PM EDT until August 9 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH
FFWCLE The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... Northeastern Crawford County in northwestern Pennsylvania... Southeastern Erie County in northwestern Pennsylvania... * Until 1230 AM EDT. * At 838 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 2.5 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1.5 inches are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Edinboro, Cambridge Springs, Canadohta Lake, Lincolnville, Riceville, Mill Village and Spartansburg.
Effective August 8, 2026 at 8:38 PM ET · Expires August 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flash Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS Cleveland OH
Expires
August 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET
Last Checked
just now
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.
Also In Effect For
This same Flash Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flash Flood Warning mean for Erie County, Pennsylvania?
Flooding is imminent or already occurring. Move to higher ground immediately — never drive through flooded roads.
Is this Flash Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (just now). It's set to expire August 9, 2026 at 12:30 AM ET.
How do I get notified about Flash Flood Warning alerts for Erie County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flash Flood Warning is also in effect for Crawford County.