Rainfall

FLOOD WATCH: Heavy Rainfall Expected in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware from Saturday through Sunday

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Wilmington, Delaware – A flood watch remains in effect for various areas across Delaware, New Jersey, and southeastern Pennsylvania from late tonight through Sunday morning. The National Weather Service warns of possible flooding due to excessive rainfall. The affected areas include Delaware Beaches, Inland Sussex, Kent and New Castle in Delaware; Atlantic, Atlantic Coastal Cape … Read more

Investigation Reveals Rainfall as Potential Factor in Saratoga Horse Deaths

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Saratoga Springs, New York – A review of 14 horse deaths that occurred at Saratoga Race Course last summer highlighted the complex factors contributing to the fatalities. The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority released a report on Monday, stating that multiple risk factors played a role in the 13 racing or training deaths of thoroughbreds … Read more

Hydroplaning and Speed Blamed for Deadly Brazos Valley Crashes During Rainfall

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BRENHAM, Texas – Deadly crashes in the Brazos Valley on Monday were attributed by DPS troopers to driving too fast on wet roads and hydroplaning, contributing to two fatal accidents. One of the crashes occurred west of Brenham on Highway 290 and Sunset Road, resulting in the death of 59-year-old Anita Goodrich of Brenham, the … Read more