Watch CBS News

Groundhog Left Stranded On Fence During Flooding In Central Pennsylvania

Follow CBSPHILLY Facebook  | Twitter

HUMMELSTOWN, Pa. (CBS) -- Animals are trying to escape to higher ground during the flooding that has slammed central Pennsylvania.

A groundhog was left stranded on a fence in Hummelstown due to flooding near Swatara Creek.

Police: Naked Man At Planet Fitness Said He Thought It Was A 'Judgment Free Zone'

In Tremont, officials declared a disaster emergency because of the flash flooding.

Three days of rain across central Pennsylvania saturated the ground, giving water few places to go.

Fire crews spent the day rescuing many people from vehicles that didn't make it through the flooded roads. Those abandoned vehicles then clogged streets, hampering other rescue efforts.

Pennsylvania Board Recommends Bill Cosby Be Classified As Sexually Violent Predator

It could be days before the rain ends and the area starts to dry out.

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue
Be the first to know
Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting.