Heavy rains bring flash flooding to Pittsburgh area
Flash flooding has been reported across the Pittsburgh area on Friday.
A vehicle was nearly completely submerged in flood waters on the Tri-Boro Expressway in Monroville on June 6, 2025.
Credit: KDKA
Amid the Friday rush hour, heavy rains have led to flooding in multiple communities in Allegheny County, including Monroeville and Rankin. A vehicle was nearly completely submerged in flood waters on the Tri-Boro Expressway in Monroville after heaving rains pounded the area. Police are at the scene.
In Turtle Creek, The Wolvarena was partially flooded by the rains.
In Turtle Creek, The Wolvarena was partially flooded by rain on June 6, 2025.
Credit: Robin Preisach Gehry
The National Weather Service also said on social media that there were "multiple reports" of flooded roads and vehicles being stranded in floodwaters near Pitcairn.
Flash flooding alerts in Pittsburgh area
Parts of Allegheny County are under flash flood warnings on Friday evening. The National Weather Service said the warnings will last until at least 8 p.m.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
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