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Flash Flood Warning Issued in Bucks and Montgomery Counties

The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning in Bucks and Montgomery counties.

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly, NJ has issued a flash flood warning in both Bucks and Montgomery counties until 5:30 a.m. Sunday.

At 11:30 p.m. the weather service's doppler radar indicated very heavy rain from Hurricane Irene over portions of Bucks and Montgomery counties, among others.

Two to five inches of rain have already fally across the warned area and additional rainfall amounts of one to four inches are expected through about 5:30 a.m.

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Please report flooding, hail or wind damage to the National Weather Service by calling toll free 1-877-633-6772.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. If flash flooding is observed, act quickly. Move up to higher ground to escape flood waters. Do not stay in areas subject to flooding when water begins rising.

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