Category: Weather Alerts

Freeze Warning
Apr 16

FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT FRIDAY

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 30 expected.

* WHERE...In New Jersey, Salem, Gloucester, Camden and Cape May. In Pennsylvania, Eastern Montgomery and Lower Bucks.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Friday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Apr 13

Observations and Storm Report Submissions

Send a Storm Report to NWS Mt Holly
Please send storm reports via email to the following email address: phi.skywarn@noaa.gov

Please provide the following information:Name and/or Skywarn IDPhone NumberCity, State and CountyLatitude and Longitude (if known)Date and Time of the weather eventType of weather observedExample of the Event Types that were observed:SnowRainSleetFreezing RainHail (1/4 in. or greater)Flooding (River or Stream)Flooding (Coastal)Wind (Peak gust)Wind (Damage)Wind (Damage from Thunderstorm)Ice (Amount)Ice (Damage)Temperature (Hi or Low)Tornado or Funnel CloudLowest Pressure (Hurricane Only)OtherNew measurementStorm totalDescription Any additional comments required to fully describe the event

Please send all storm reports to the NWS in Mt. Holly:

You can send all submissions via email to: PHI.SkyWarn@Noaa.gov

Please include the following information:
Name and/or Skywarn ID Number
Phone Number
City, State and County
Latitude and Longitude (If known)
Date and time of weather event
Type of Weather Observed

  • Example of the Event Types that were observed:
    • Snow
    • Rain
    • Sleet
    • Freezing Rain
    • Hail (1/4 in. or greater)
    • Flooding (River or Stream)
    • Flooding (Coastal)
    • Wind (Peak gust)
    • Wind (Damage)
    • Wind (Damage from Thunderstorm)
    • Ice (Amount)
    • Ice (Damage)
    • Temperature (Hi or Low)
    • Tornado or Funnel Cloud
    • Lowest Pressure (Hurricane Only)
    • Other

Any new measurements
Description or other information.

Please send the storm reports in as you can.

Tornado+Watch
Apr 13

Tornado Watch has been issued….

The National Weather Service has issued a TORNADO WATCH for parts of DE, DC, MD, NJ, PA, VA, WV until 6 PM EDT this evening. 

The risk for damaging gusts and possibly a tornado or two
will seemingly increase as storms develop through midday into the early afternoon.

High-Wind-Warning-Graphic-from-NWS
Apr 12

Weather Alert: High Wind Warning Issued for Monday

The NWS has issued the following weather alerts for Monday.
Freeze Warning
Apr 10

FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT SATURDAY

FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 9 AM EDT
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures as low as 31 degrees expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...In New Jersey, Mercer. In Pennsylvania, Eastern
  Chester, Eastern Montgomery and Lower Bucks. In Maryland,
  Cecil.

* WHEN...For the Freeze Warning, from midnight tonight to 9 AM EDT Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Sub-freezing temperatures could damage or kill crops and other sensitive vegetation.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Apr 09

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a * Severe Thunderstorm Warning
* Until 145 PM EDT.

* At 100 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Bloomsbury to near Fricks to Marshallton, moving east at 45 mph.

  HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.

  SOURCE...Radar indicated.

  IMPACT...Damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines is possible.

* Locations impacted include...
  Philadelphia, Trenton, West Chester, Somerville, Bensalem,
  Bridgewater, Ewing, Norristown, Chester, Phoenixville, Lansdale, West Norriton, Middlesex, East Norriton, Princeton, Yeadon, Westtown, Bound Brook, Manville and Perkasie.

People attending Covid-19 Drive through testing should seek safe shelter immediately!
Apr 09

Severe Thunderstorm Watched Issued Until 4pm

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for the following counties until 4pm. 
Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia. 

This afternoon a strong to severe thunderstorms are possible with gusty winds and hail.
Apr 09

Thunderstorms and Wind Advisory this afternoon

This afternoon gusty thunderstorms are possible. Some of these storms could be severe with the primary hazard being damaging wind gusts. A wind advisory is in effect until 5pm. The Storm Prediction Center has a 60% chance of a severe weather alert being issued within the next hour or two for the area. 

WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 5 PM EDT
THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, northwest, and southern New Jersey, east central, northeast, and southeast
Pennsylvania, northeast Maryland, and northern Delaware.

* WHEN...From noon today to 5 PM EDT this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
  Tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages  may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
Apr 04

COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 2 PM EDT SATURDAY

COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 2 PM EDT SATURDAY…

* WHAT…Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.

* WHERE…The tidal Delaware River down to the Commodore Barry Bridge area.

* WHEN…From 9 AM to 2 PM EDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS…Minor flooding is possible in Bristol Pennsylvania, south Trenton, Hamilton Township, Burlington City, and Delran in New Jersey, and other locations near the Delaware River and its tributaries. In Philadelphia, roadway flooding is possible along Columbus Boulevard near the Ben Franklin Bridge. In Delaware County, flooding is possible in Tinicum Township. In Gloucester and Camden Counties, roadway flooding is possible in Camden, West Deptford Township, Gloucester City, and other locations near the Delaware River and its tributaries.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Minor tidal flooding may occur with subsequent high tides on Saturday and Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Coastal Flood Advisory means that minor tidal flooding is expected. Minor tidal flooding often results in some road closures. Usually, the most vulnerable roadways will flood.

Do not leave your vehicle at a location that is prone to tidal flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs.

Visit the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service at water.weather.gov/ahps for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.