With more rain in the forecast, Dauphin County Commissioners encourage residents, particularly those near flood-prone areas, to closely monitor conditions and prepare for flash flooding.

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flash flood watch for Dauphin County, as well as several other counties in the midstate, through Wednesday morning. According to the NWS, showers and thunderstorms, producing an inch or two or rain, will move through the area today.

“The ground is already saturated from recent rainfall, so we’re concerned about localized flash flooding along creeks and small streams in the next 24 hours,” said Commissioner Mike Pries, who has oversight of the county’s Emergency Management Agency (DEMA). “We’re monitoring the forecast and conditions very closely.”

“Please stay vigilant, especially if you live along Swatara Creek or other tributaries, for potential flash flooding, and stay tuned to local media for updates,” said Commissioner Jeff Haste. “If you live in a flood-prone area, take steps now to protect your property by moving it to higher ground.” “The heavy rainfall, combined with saturated soil conditions, may produce flash flooding along low-lying areas,” said Commissioner George P. Hartwick, III. “For your safety, do not attempt to drive through flooded roadways or areas that are blocked off.”