'Multiple Roads' Flooded In Westport: PD

WESTPORT, CT — Police said Tuesday's heavy rain is "causing multiple roads to flood" throughout Westport and remind residents to use caution. Travelers are asked not to attempt driving through flooded roadways.

"Flash Flood warning is in effect! Reminder!!! Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways," police said Tuesday afternoon on Facebook. "Today’s heavy rain is causing multiple roads to flood throughout town. Please use caution!"

According to the Connecticut Department of Transportation, I-95 south is congested between exits 19 and 15 (6.1 miles) as of 5:42 pm. on Tuesday.

"Due to the heavy rain we have experienced throughout the day, many Westport roadways are flooded," Lieutenant Jillian Cabana said in a release. "We urge residents to stay off the roadways unless necessary. If you need to travel, please allow extra time to reach your destination. Do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways and avoid low-lying areas prone to flooding."

See also: Flash Flood Warning Issued For Fairfield County

• Heavy Rains Cause Flooding In Areas Of Norwalk

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for all of Fairfield County in Southern Connecticut until 6:15 p.m. Tuesday.

In Norwalk, the left and center lanes were closed on Interstate 95 north between exits 15 and 16 around 4:15 p.m., according to the DOT. On the DOT website, cars could bee seen on traffic cameras driving through an area of the highway near exit 16 that appeared flooded, and a couple vehicles appeared to be stuck in the water.

According to the National Weather Service, excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots.

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