BREAKING: At least 3 dead after flash flooding in Washington Crossing, Pa.
Washington Crossing, Pa. – Three adults have tragically lost their lives after being caught in flash flooding in Washington Crossing, Pa. on Saturday evening. The victims, two women and one man, were found outside their cars, with the water level reaching approximately five feet above the ground.
The flash flooding occurred just before 7 p.m. near the intersection of Washington Crossing Road and Wrightstown Road. According to witnesses, the road quickly filled with water, causing chaos and danger for drivers. One man recounted how his wife was driving when the water suddenly rose, causing their car to flip over. Several other cars were left stranded, some even flipped over, and trees were downed in the area. Part of Washington Crossing Road in Upper Makefield Township was also reported to be broken away.
Authorities swiftly responded to the emergency, dispatching multiple marine units for a search and rescue operation. However, despite their efforts, the three victims were unable to be saved.
The Bucks County Coroner’s Office has also reported that there are still individuals missing as a result of the flash flooding. Police are working tirelessly to locate and assist those in need, and they plan to release more information as the situation develops.
The heavy rainfall that caused the flash flooding was estimated to be between three and a half to four inches in just a two-hour period on Saturday afternoon. As a result, multiple roads in both Upper and Lower Makefield Township have been closed, with some roads even breaking apart.
PennDOT has provided a list of road closures in the affected area:
– Route 32 (River Road) from Woodside Road to Route 532 (General Washington Memorial Boulevard) in Upper Makefield and Lower Makefield townships.
– Route 232 (Windy Bush Road) between Aquetong Road and Route 32 (River Road) in Solebury Township.
– Route 532 (Washington Crossing Road) between Dolington Road and Taylorsville Road in Upper Makefield Township.
– Taylorsville Road between Woodside Road and Route 532 (Washington Crossing Road) in Lower Makefield and Upper Makefield townships.
Residents are advised to avoid these areas and to exercise caution when traveling due to the ongoing flooding and road closures.
The Bucks County Coroner’s Office and local authorities are urging residents to stay safe and to heed any evacuation orders or warnings that may be issued. The situation is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Ryan Hughes, a CBS News Philadelphia staff member, contributed to this report. Hughes joined CBS3 Eyewitness News in June 2022 and has covered a wide range of stories, including the Surfside condo collapse, Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas, and the Super Bowl in Miami.
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By Ryan Hughes, CBS News Philadelphia Staff
July 16, 2023 / 12:36 AM / CBS Philadelphia
BREAKING: At least 3 dead after flash flooding Washington Crossing, Pa.
WASHINGTON CROSSING, Pa. (CBS) — Three adults died after officials responded to flooded roadways with cars stuck Saturday evening, according to Bucks County Coroner’s Office.
Two of the victims were women and one was a man.
CBS News Philadelphia was told they were all adults found outside their car and the water level was about five feet above ground.
The flash flooding happened just before 7 p.m. near Washington Crossing Road and Wrightstown Road.
The Bucks Co Coroner Ofc says at least 3 ppl died after roads flooded from torrential rain. It happened in the area of Upper Makefield Twp just before 7p. The victims are adults found outside their cars. We’re told the water level was about 5 ft above the ground. @CBSPhiladelphia
— Ryan Hughes (@HughesCBS3) July 16, 2023
One man said his wife was driving when all of a sudden the road filled with water and as people behind her tried to turn around, their car flipped over.
We came across several cars that were left stranded, some flipped over, trees were down and part of Washington Crossing Road in Upper Makefield Township was broken away.
Authorities say multiple marine units were sent out for a search and rescue operation after reports of cars stuck on flooded roadways.
Taylorsville Rd is closed at Woodside Rd in Lower Makefield Twp in due to severe flooding. Police say part of the road is broken apart after heavy rain moved through Bucks County. @CBSPhiladelphia pic.twitter.com/uxcY9EoHkF
— Ryan Hughes (@HughesCBS3) July 16, 2023
Our NEXT Weather team says between three and a half to four inches of rain fell in the area in about two hours Saturday afternoon.
Multiple roads in both Upper and Lower Makefield Township are closed. We’re told several roads broke apart.
The Bucks County Coroner’s Office also says there are still some people missing. Police say they have a long night ahead and plan to release more information.
Four highways in this section of Bucks County are closed due to flooding.
Here are the road closures according to PennDOT:
– Route 32 (River Road) Woodside Road to Route 532 (General Washington Memorial Boulevard) in Upper Makefield and Lower Makefield townships;
– Route 232 (Windy Bush Road) between Aquetong Road and Route 32 (River Road) in Solebury Township;
– Route 532 (Washington Crossing Road) between Dolington Road and Taylorsville Road in Upper Makefield Township; and
– Taylorsville Road between Woodside Road and Route 532 (Washington Crossing Road) in Lower Makefield and Upper Makefield townships.
Ryan Hughes joined CBS3 Eyewitness News in June 2022. He previously worked at WPTV in West Palm Beach, Florida, where he’s covered stories ranging from weeks on the Surfside condo collapse, to the impact of Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas, and the Super Bowl in Miami.
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What measures are being taken by authorities to locate and assist individuals who are still missing as a result of the flash flooding in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania?
Three adults have been killed in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania after being caught in flash flooding on Saturday evening. The victims, two women and one man, were found outside their cars, with the water level reaching about five feet above the ground. Witnesses reported that the flooding occurred just before 7 p.m. near the intersection of Washington Crossing Road and Wrightstown Road, causing chaos and danger for drivers. The heavy rainfall, estimated to be between three and a half to four inches in just a two-hour period, resulted in multiple road closures and damage in both Upper and Lower Makefield Township. Authorities responded to the emergency quickly, dispatching multiple marine units for a search and rescue operation, but unfortunately, the three victims were unable to be saved. The Bucks County Coroner’s Office has reported that there are still individuals missing as a result of the flash flooding, and police are working diligently to locate and assist them. PennDOT has provided a list of road closures in the affected area, and residents are advised to avoid these areas and exercise caution when traveling. The situation is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
This heartbreaking incident in Washington Crossing is a grim reminder of the devastating power of flash flooding. My thoughts and condolences go out to the families affected by this tragedy. It serves as a crucial reminder to always be vigilant and cautious during severe weather conditions.
Tragic news. My thoughts and deepest condolences go out to the families who lost their loved ones in this devastating flash flood. Let’s come together as a community to support and help those affected during this difficult time. Stay safe, everyone.