Author: GreaterPhilaSevereWeather

Jan 13

COLD and Snowy for Wild Card Weekend

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Kansas City, US
3:51 pm, Nov 27, 2024
weather icon 39°C | °F
moderate rain
L: 37° H: 40°
Wind 9 mph NNW
Wind Gust 0 mph
UV Index 0
Precipitation 0.09 inch
Snow 0
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Tonights playoff game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins will be played in dangerously cold conditions and the National Weather Service is asking fans to take precautions.

‘Cover all extremities including your head and face,’ read the warning from the NWS.

Temperatures are expected to be below zero with a -23 wind chill for kickoff at Arrowhead Stadium. During the game wind gusts potentially will hit 30mph and cause a -30º wind chill. This would make it the coldest game ever played in NFL history.

PITT VS BUFFALO
Heavy snow possible during the game tomorrow at 1pm.

Jan 12

Flooding Rain and Strong Winds Possible Tonight

Philadelphia, PA
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Philadelphia, US
4:51 pm, Nov 27, 2024
weather icon 47°F
L: 46° H: 50°
overcast clouds
Pressure Pressure 1016 mb
Wind Wind 2 mph W
Wind Gust Wind Gust 2 mph
Precipitation Precipitation 0 mm
Clouds Clouds 100%
Rain Chance Rain Chance 0%
Snow Snow 0
Sunrise Sunrise 6:59 am
Sunset Sunset 4:37 pm
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Tomorrow 7:00 pm
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48° / 49°°F 0 mm 0% 1 mph 51 % 1016 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 10:00 pm
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48° / 48°°F 0 mm 0% 4 mph 46 % 1015 mb 0 mm/h
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45° / 45°°F 1 mm 100% 8 mph 81 % 1009 mb 0 mm/h
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47° / 47°°F 1 mm 100% 10 mph 96 % 1003 mb 0 mm/h
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53° / 53°°F 1 mm 100% 10 mph 97 % 998 mb 0 mm/h
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52° / 52°°F 1 mm 100% 14 mph 85 % 998 mb 0 mm/h
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47° / 47°°F 0 mm 0% 15 mph 72 % 1002 mb 0 mm/h
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Last updated: 4:50 pm
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This evening into early tomorrow morning the area will see a HEAVY RAIN, Strong Winds and FLOODING. After 7pm we will see rain move into the area. The area will see anywhere from 1-1.5″ of rain, After a week of heavy rain flooding is possible. We will see max wind gust around 45mph across the area, over 50mph at the shore.

Power outages are also possible as crews have worked hard since the Tuesday storms. Remember to NEVER drive across flooded roadways.

Jan 12

Weekend Forecast Jan. 13 and 14, 2024

We have flood warnings and watches in effect until 5pm tonight. We are tracking snow for early in the week. Stay turned over the weekend for details on it.

Saturday

A chance of rain, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a temperature falling to around 43 by 5pm. Breezy, with a west wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 45 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Saturday Night

Mostly clear, with a low around 30. Breezy, with a southwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph.

Sunday

A chance of snow after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 40. Southwest wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Little or no snow accumulation expected.

Sunday Night

A chance of snow before 8pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 19. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Jan 11

FLOOD WATCH in effect Friday Afternoon until Saturday Morning


FLOOD WATCH in effect .Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHEN…From Friday evening through Saturday morning. * IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – Rainfall totals ranging from 0.5-1.5 inches is forecast across the watch area. Given saturated soils and stream and river levels remaining high, additional flooding is possible in urban areas, creeks, and rivers. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Jan 11

Daily Forecast Friday Jan. 12, 2024

Have a GREAT Friday! Rain will move in this afternoon!

Friday

A chance of rain after 5pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 44. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.

Friday Night

Rain. Low around 42. Breezy, with an east wind 15 to 20 mph becoming south after midnight. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph.

Jan 11

Coastal Flood WATCH issued for SATURDAY 12am – 7pm

COASTAL FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING…

* WHAT…For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Coastal Flood Watch, one to two feet of inundation above ground level possible in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE…In New Jersey, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks.

* WHEN…For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 4 PM EST this afternoon. For the Coastal Flood Watch, from late Friday night through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS…At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs along tidal waterways. Some roads become impassable. Minor damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Minor flooding is forecast to occur with this afternoon`s high tide. Strong southerly winds are forecast to increase again Friday night, which may lead to another round of moderate coastal flooding impacts along the tidal Delaware River beginning with the overnight high tide Friday night. Due to additional fresh water runoff, moderate flooding may persist through the Saturday afternoon high tide as well.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Jan 10

Additional rain will move into the area on Friday. Snow Monday/Tuesday?????

Philadelphia, PA
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Philadelphia, US
4:51 pm, Nov 27, 2024
weather icon 47°F
L: 46° H: 50°
overcast clouds
Pressure Pressure 1016 mb
Wind Wind 2 mph W
Wind Gust Wind Gust 2 mph
Precipitation Precipitation 0 mm
Clouds Clouds 100%
Rain Chance Rain Chance 0%
Snow Snow 0
Sunrise Sunrise 6:59 am
Sunset Sunset 4:37 pm
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Tomorrow 7:00 pm
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48° / 49°°F 0 mm 0% 1 mph 51 % 1016 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 10:00 pm
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48° / 48°°F 0 mm 0% 4 mph 46 % 1015 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 1:00 am
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48° / 48°°F 0 mm 0% 4 mph 45 % 1013 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 4:00 am
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45° / 45°°F 1 mm 100% 8 mph 81 % 1009 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 7:00 am
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47° / 47°°F 1 mm 100% 10 mph 96 % 1003 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 10:00 am
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53° / 53°°F 1 mm 100% 10 mph 97 % 998 mb 0 mm/h
Tomorrow 1:00 pm
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52° / 52°°F 1 mm 100% 14 mph 85 % 998 mb 0 mm/h
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47° / 47°°F 0 mm 0% 15 mph 72 % 1002 mb 0 mm/h
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Last updated: 4:48 pm
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As we begin the clearing up from last nights storms. We are tracking not one but two additional storms on the horizon. The first will be Friday afternoon into Saturday we could see an inch or two of rain. Our eyes are glued to Monday/Tuesday timeframe.

While over the last few days a few of you have commented asking about next weeks storm potential. I have been keeping an eye on this for days but did not want to mention it due to the nature of the storms we saw yesterday. While we are still 5-6 days out. We are starting to track what could be a system that will bring snow and rain to parts of the area. At this time model guidance is hinting at possible snow for much of the area. While it is way too early to tell. I am just sharing this information with you as we are keeping a very close eye on it.

Jan 09

What to do during a FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY!!!!!

Flood Facts for Driving

Turn Around, Don't Drown
  • Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars causing loss of control and possible stalling.
  • A foot of water will float many vehicles.
  • Two feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles including sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and pick-ups.
  • Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown!

Here are some tips of what to do during a flash flooding event.

  • Go to high ground immediately.
  • Get out of areas subject to flooding, such as low spots, canyons, washes, etc.
  • Do not attempt to cross a flowing stream on foot. Even water only six inches deep, when moving at a high rate of speed, can knock you off your feet.
  • Never drive through flooded areas or standing water. Shallow, swiftly flowing water can wash a car from a roadway. Also, the roadbed may not be intact under the water.
  • If the vehicle stalls, abandon it immediately and seek higher ground. Rapidly rising water may engulf the vehicle and its occupants.
  • Be especially cautious at night when it’s harder to recognize flood dangers.
  • Do not camp or park your vehicle along streams and washes, particularly during threatening conditions.
  • Understand the difference between a flash flood watch and a flash flood warning. 
    • A flash flood watch means that flooding may occur. Residents should stay alert, closely monitor rivers and streams, and be prepared to move to high ground quickly. A flash flood warning means that there is actual flooding. Residents should act at once and move to high ground.

Staying Safe After a Flood

Illustration of a gloved hand cleaning up personal belongings from flood waters in their home.
  • Pay attention to authorities for information and instructions. Return home only when authorities say it is safe.
  • Avoid driving except in emergencies.
  • Wear heavy work gloves, protective clothing and boots during clean up and use appropriate face coverings or masks if cleaning mold or other debris. 
  • People with asthma and other lung conditions and/or immune suppression should not enter buildings with indoor water leaks or mold growth that can be seen or smelled. Children should not take part in disaster cleanup work.
  • Be aware that snakes and other animals may be in your house.
  • Be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water. Turn off the electricity to prevent electric shock if it is safe to do so.
  • Avoid wading in floodwater, which can be contaminated and contain dangerous debris. Underground or downed power lines can also electrically charge the water.
  • Use a generator or other gasoline-powered machinery ONLY outdoors and away from windows.