BUCKS COUNTY, PA - Many Bucks County towns were moderately to severely affected by recent flooding. Fortunately, most of the villages and towns along the Delaware River have recovered fairly quickly, or expect to be up and running within the next few weeks. Some of the hardest hit towns, such as New Hope and Yardley, are almost completely functioning with the exception of a few businesses.

Businesses not located near the Delaware River, such as Sesame Place, the Pearl S. Buck House, Byers' Choice, the Mercer Museum, James A. Michener Art Museum, Peddler's Village and Pennsbury Manor, were not affected by the flood.

Attractions such as Sand Castle Winery, Hairy Mary's Restaurant and the Indian Rock Inn are open and running, but travelers may need to take an alternate route. Route 32 (River Road) is closed between Jugtown Hill Road to the Frenchtown Bridge in Tinicum Township, and between Green Hill Road and Fleecy Dale Road in Solebury Township. It is suggested that visitors call ahead to plan their trip, should they need to be detoured.

The Yardley Inn will reopen on July 28th. Odette's Restaurant is closed until further notice, but does not expect to be closed for more than a few weeks.

The village of New Hope was open for business shortly after the floods, and held its planned July 4th festivities during its Second Saturday events on July 8th. Another festival is planned in New Hope from July 14-16th, called "Savor New Hope: Showcase the Arts." 2006 will mark the 5th annual "Showcase the Arts," which was created to celebrate the regions arts and artists. For more information about events and activities in Bucks County visit www.BucksCounty.Travel and click on the Calendar of Events link.

Residents and business-owners of Bucks County's river towns have experienced major flooding three times in the past two years. Recovery and revitalization are nothing new to the quaint and distinctive towns along the Delaware River. It is fully expected for the towns to bounce back from the recent floods in Bucks County.

The Bucks County Conference & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (BCCVB) recommends that travelers call their accommodations ahead of time for the most up-to-date information. Visitors are also encouraged to contact the Bucks County Visitor Center at 1-800-836-BUCKS or by logging on to www.BucksCounty.Travel.