Flood Warning — Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Current Status
🌊 Active: Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued August 7 at 7:18PM EDT until August 7 at 8:45PM EDT by NWS State College PA
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...West Central Lancaster County in south central Pennsylvania... Northeastern York County in south central Pennsylvania... * WHEN...Until 845 PM EDT. * IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 712 PM EDT, the flood waters of the streams and urban areas in the warning have begun to recede. Additional rain is possible later this evening, but no new flooding is certain at this point. - Flooding impacts will continue, but will be limited and ending within the next hour. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Lancaster, Columbia, East Petersburg, Salunga-Landisville, Maytown, Mountville, Hallam, Marietta, Wrightsville and Washington Boro. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Effective August 7, 2026 at 7:18 PM ET · Expires August 7, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Event Details
Event Type
Flood Warning
Severity
severe
Issued By
NWS State College PA
Expires
August 7, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET
Last Checked
1 minute ago
What To Do
📋 Official NWS Guidance
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Also In Effect For
This same Flood Warning also covers:
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Flood Warning mean for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania?
Flooding is occurring or imminent along rivers, streams, or low-lying areas.
Is this Flood Warning currently active?
Yes — this alert is active as of our last check (1 minute ago). It's set to expire August 7, 2026 at 8:45 PM ET.
How do I get notified about Flood Warning alerts for Lancaster County?
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What other areas does this alert cover?
This same Flood Warning is also in effect for York County.