If you are experiencing a power outage contact PECO.
If you smell natural gas or see downed power lines please LEAVE THE AREA IMMEDIATELY and call PECO at (for any emergency) 1-800-841-4141 or (for gas only) 1-844-841-4151. Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
COASTAL FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 5 PM EST
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...One to two feet of inundation above ground level
expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
waterways.
* WHERE...In New Jersey, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden and
Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware,
Philadelphia and Lower Bucks.
* WHEN...From 10 AM to 5 PM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS...At this level, widespread roadway flooding occurs
along tidal waterways. Some roads become impassable. Minor
damage to vulnerable structures may begin to occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If
travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through
water of unknown depth.
WIND CHILL ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM FRIDAY TO 10 AM EST
SATURDAY...
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills expected. Wind chills as low as
10 below zero.
* WHERE...Portions of central, northern and southern Delaware,
northeast Maryland, central, northern, northwest and southern
New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 6 PM Friday to 10 AM EST Saturday.
* IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia if
precautions are not taken.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A strong cold front will move through
Friday bringing a very sharp drop in temperatures with strong
southerly winds shifting to strong westerly. By Friday evening,
this combination of wind and cold will result in wind chills
dropping below zero with wind chills as low as 10 below expected
overnight Friday night into early Saturday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use caution while traveling outside. Wear appropriate clothing, a
hat, and gloves.
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 7 PM EST FRIDAY...
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, northern and southern Delaware,
northeast Maryland, central, northern, northwest and southern
New Jersey and east central, northeast and southeast
Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 6 AM to 7 PM EST Friday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may
result.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A brief period of wind gusts near 60 mph is
possible as a strong cold front races through the area from
late morning to early afternoon Friday.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Rain and snow, then changing to all snow later this morning/afternoon. Temperature falling to around 23 by 5pm. Breezy, with a south wind 15 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.
Friday Night
A slight chance of snow. Partly cloudy, with a low around 10. Wind chill values as low as -8. Breezy, with a west wind 20 to 25 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph.
An ARCTIC BLAST will cause major issues Friday afternoon into Friday evening. This storm will impact millions across the US towards the end of the week. We will see 1-2″ of rain before a huge drop in temps Friday afternoon. Around lunchtime we will see temps in the upper 50s but as this cold front moves across the area rain will change to snow for some and any standing water will freeze. We will also see very high winds on Friday afternoon.
TIMING: We will see rain move in Thursday evening, it will be heavy at times in the overnight hours into Friday morning. That is when it will get wild. After 1pm we will see heavy rain that will change over to some backend snow as the cold front pushes through. While yes snow is possible the main concern is a FLASH FREEZE. Snow showers should wrap up by 8pm. This will set up for the coldest Christmas eve and day in over 30 years.
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How Much Snow:
The models have shown the chance of snow on the back end. A general C-1″ is possible for areas to the west of Philly while the Philly Metro and i95 corridor will see generally coating. PLEASE remember this is a complex storm and a lot of variables that could change.
FLASH FREEZE: A flash freeze is as it sounds. Once temperatures drop below 32°F, there is a chance for any liquid water to quickly become ice. That ice can cause major accidents on roadways in an instant. Please avoid all travel Friday afternoon if possible.
The GFS model forecasting temps in the mid 50s for the i95 corridor at 1pm on Friday. Forecasted temps at 7pm Friday as the Flash Freeze pushes across the area. Temps 1am on Christmas Eve
Here are some tips on how to prepare and avoid ice:
Know the forecast. Understand where the temperatures will be before you head out and if there is a risk for ice.
Make sure you have proper tires. While a total sheet of black ice can make any traction nearly impossible, winter tires are better equipped to handle ice.
Watch for “wet” roads. When driving in the winter, understand that what looks like a wet road could be ice.
Know that bridges and overpasses freeze before other surfaces.
Our team is monitoring this system and will bring you the latest updates later this evening. Please avoid all travel Friday afternoon.
Have a great Monday! We are keeping a close eye on the system that will cause a holiday nightmare later this week with Rain, Snow and Ice across much of the country.
Monday
Sunny, with a high near 39. West wind 10 to 15 mph.
