National Weather Service Issues Flood Warning; Funnel Clouds Spotted

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning Thursday afternoon for Allegheny County through 7:45 p.m. and stated funnel clouds have been reported.

The service stated strong showers will affect Allegheny, Butler, Armstrong, Indiana, Washington and Westmoreland counties.

"Funnel clouds have been reported and could possibly touch down with some of these showers. Minor damage is also possible. Wind gusts to 50 mph are possible with these showers," according to the National Weather Service.

"National Weather Service Pittsburgh radar showed heavy rain moving through Allegheny County. Up to 1 inch may fall in a two-hour period," the NWS website states.

"Leaves and other debris may clog storm drains, causing flooding in low spots," the weather service states.

Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause raised levels on small creeks and streams, as well as ponding in urban area on highways, streets, underpasses, poor drainage areas, and low-lying spots, the weather service warns.

Route 51 near Lewis Run Road in Pleasant Hills is closed because of flooding.

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