Flash Flood Victims Remembered In Lower Bucks

LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA —Lawmakers paid their respects on the first anniversary of the fatal flash flooding that claimed the lives of seven people last July.

U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick and State Sen. Steve Santarsiero remembered the seven victims who died a year ago on July 15 after they were swept away by floods in Upper Makefield Township.

The victims were Susan Barnhart, husband and wife Enzo and Linda Depiero, Yuko Love, and Katie Seley and her two children, Conrad and Matilda Sheils.

A memorial service was held to honor the victims on Monday night at the Crossing Church.

One year ago today, our community was devastated when a flash flood took the lives of seven people," Santarsiero said. "We remember the victims of the flood and offer our deepest sympathies to their loved ones."

Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick had his bipartisan bill passed by the PA House last month to rename the Washington Crossing Post Office as the Susan C. Barnhart Post Office to commemorate her many years of dedicated service to the community.

"Our community continues to feel the impact of their loss, but today we gathered together to honor their lives and legacies," Fitzpatrick said. "Amidst the darkness that enveloped us last July, our community found solace in uniting to express our heartfelt appreciation for the heroic efforts of our first responders. Today and always, join me in honoring the victims, extending our condolences to their families, applauding our hero first responders, and remembering that it is through unity and compassion that we find strength."

Santarsiero said that he was proud of the search and rescue efforts conducted by police, fire, EMS, and first responders who worked tirelessly for days in the aftermath of the flooding.

"We remain committed to finding more ways to protect our residents and visitors from future flooding events," he said.