"Pittsburgh Area Faces Flash Flood Emergency and Heavy Rain Warnings"

Torrential rains have caused significant flooding across the Pittsburgh area, with water rescue crews in Oakdale, Allegheny County, searching for people who need to be rescued. Verona is also experiencing flooding, and a flash flood emergency has been issued for parts of southwestern Allegheny County and northern Washington County. The National Weather Service advises people to avoid walking or driving through flooded roadways due to the potential hazards.