East Pennsboro Residents Urged to Evacuate

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 7, 2011

MEDIA CONTACT: Megan Silverstrim
717.218.2804


Residents in East Pennsboro Township Urged to Evacuate Due to Historic Flooding

Cumberland County, PA- As rain continues to fall across the state, Cumberland County is warning residents to expect historic flooding not seen in this area since Hurricane Eloise in 1975. Flooding is already occurring in many areas causing road closures and some evacuations.

East Pennsboro Township and Cumberland County officials are urging residents in East Pennsboro Township in the area of the Susquehanna River from Front Street at River Point to the 500 block of Front Street and River Road at the Overview Bridge to the Township line. This voluntary evacuation is to commence beginning at 10:00 AM September 8, 2011. The river has reached flood stage and is forecasted to crest at levels that may cause major flooding and impede travel as roads may become impassable rather quickly. Since you may not be able to return to your home until flood waters recede, evacuees should take important documents and possessions with them, as well as a change of clothing and medications.

Stay tuned to media reports for continued weather and flooding updates as well as shelter information. Cumberland County Department of Public Safety will also be posting updates via Facebook (www.facebook.com/cumberlandcountydps) and Twitter (ccpa_net_dps911).


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