Category: Weather Alerts

Jul 09

BREAKING: Tropical Storm FAY has formed off the Carolina Coast. Moving this way

The National Hurricane Center has just named Tropical Storm Fay. This is the earliest six storms have been named in the Atlantic Hurricane Season since 2005. Fay is expected to bring between 2-5″ of rain to parts of the area, flooding, windy conditions as well as chance for tornados. Some models suggest the low comes very close to the area.

CURRENT WEATHER ALERTS:
FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM 4AM TO 8PM FRIDAY
A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect fo Cape May New Jersey to Watch Hill Rhode Island including Long Island and Long Island Sound


What Will We See:
Heavy Rain Fall 1-4″ of rain. Some locations could see 4″+
Winds gusting to 45mph along the coast
Isolated Tornados Possible, biggest threat will be Eastern NJ
Biggest threat along i95 will be flash flooding. Please ahead.

TIMING:
Early Morning- Heavy rain moves in from the south
Late Morning/Lunch Time- Heavy Rain moves into most of the area
Late Friday Evening: Heavy Rain from TS Fay moves out.

FAY Current Conditions:
5:00 PM EDT Thu Jul 9
Location: 35.5°N 74.9°W
Moving: N at 7 mph
Min pressure: 1005 mb
Max sustained: 45 mph

RAINFALL:  Fay is expected to produce 3 to 5 inches of rain along and near the track of Fay across the mid-Atlantic states into southeast New York and southern New England. These rains may result in flash flooding where the heaviest amounts occur. 

WIND:  Tropical storm conditions are expected to first reach the coast within the warning area on Friday and spread northward  through the warning area Friday night.


A Tropical Storm Warning has been issued from Cape May New Jersey northward to Watch Hill, Rhode Island, including Long Island and Long Island Sound.

SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT:

A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for...
* Cape May New Jersey to Watch Hill Rhode Island including Long Island and Long Island Sound

A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are expected somewhere within the warning area within 36 hours.

For storm information specific to your area, including possible inland watches and warnings, please monitor products issued by your local National Weather Service forecast office.

Jul 09

FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH FRIDAY

The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Flash Flood Watch: 

* From late tonight through Friday evening

* Heavy rain associated with a coastal low is expected to start very late tonight and continue through the day on Friday. Widespread amounts of 1 to 2 inches are likely with local higher amounts possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Flash Flood Watch means that there is the potential for flash flooding which can be life-threatening. Heavy rain is expected to occur over a short period of time. Rapidly rising flood waters may quickly inundate roadways and areas of poor drainage. Streams and creeks could leave their banks, flooding nearby properties.

Please monitor the forecast, especially if you live in a location that is prone to flooding. Be prepared to take action if a flash flood warning is issued for your area.
Jul 08

Our eyes are on a potential tropical storm coming up the East Coast.

The National Hurricane Center is currently monitoring Invest 98L as a potential tropical cyclone. This low pressure system is currently forecast to track close to the region later this week into the weekend and could bring an increase in tidal waters and possible heavy rains to the area. 

We are monitoring this system closely at this point there is a high chance of development into a tropical or sub/tropical storm as early as tomorrow as the storms moves up the coast. 

Once this becomes a tropical system we will let you know and share all the latest information.
Jul 06

Breaking: HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 6 PM EDT THIS EVENING

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 100 expected.

* WHERE...In New Jersey, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden and
  Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware,
  Philadelphia, Eastern Chester, Eastern Montgomery and            Lower Bucks. In Delaware, New Castle.

* WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Jun 10

Heat Advisory In Effect Until 7 Pm

HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 7 PM EDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Heat index values up to 96 expected.

* WHERE...In New Jersey, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden and
  Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware,
  Philadelphia, Eastern Chester, Eastern Montgomery and Lower Bucks. In Delaware, New Castle.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 7 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left  unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
Jun 05

Flash Flood Watch Issued

Flash Flood Watch

* From 2 PM EDT this afternoon through this evening

* Thunderstorms are expected to develop this afternoon in
  southeastern Pennsylvania into northern and central New Jersey.
  The strongest storms will be capable of producing locally heavy
  rainfall amounts of 1.5 to 2.5 inches in as little as an hour.
  Additionally, storm motions today will be slow, and storms may
  train over the same areas. As a result, instances of flash
  flooding are possible in the watch area.

* In the areas of heaviest rainfall, flash flooding of small
  creeks and streams, poor-drainage areas, and urban areas may
  occur between mid afternoon and late this evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Flash Flood Watch means that there is the potential for flash
flooding which can be life-threatening. Heavy rain is expected to
occur over a short period of time. Rapidly rising flood waters
may quickly inundate roadways and areas of poor drainage. Streams
and creeks could leave their banks, flooding nearby properties.

Please monitor the forecast, especially if you live in a location
that is prone to flooding. Be prepared to take action if a flash
flood warning is issued for your area.
Apr 29

Flood Watch and Wind Advisory Issued

FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON...

* From Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon

* Periods of heavy rain will begin over western portions of the area Thursday afternoon with the threat of heavy rainfall progressing eastward Thursday evening into the overnight hours. Rainfall will decrease in intensity Friday morning but impacts from the earlier heavier rainfall may linger into the day on Friday. Rainfall amounts will generally range from 1.5 to 2.5 inches over the watch area, however locally higher amounts will be possible particularly over the higher terrain of eastern PA and northwest NJ.

* As a result of the rainfall, poor drainage and low-lying
  flooding may begin late Thursday. Small stream as well as
  mainstem flooding is possible Thursday night into Friday.
  Please refer to the Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service
  (AHPS) website for the latest crest forecasts.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS:

A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts.

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.

WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM EDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph expected.

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

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday.

* 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 25

UPDATE: US Navy Blue Angels and US Air Force Thunderbirds to jointly fly over the area. This coming week….

As we have first reported earlier this week. The US Navy Blue Angels and US Air Force Thunderbirds are going to be doing a joint fly-over the area as apart of Operation America Strong. The Blue Angels and Thunderbirds will fly jointly over Washington, D.C., Baltimore, New York, Newark, Trenton, N.J., Philadelphia, Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston and Austin, Texas.  All to show thanks during this Covid-19 pandemic to our healthcare and essential workers.

The flyover will be on Tuesday April 28th over the Greater Philadelphia Area.

Press Release from the United States Air Force:

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron, the Thunderbirds, and the U.S. Navy Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, will honor frontline COVID-19 responders and essential workers with formation flights over New York City, Newark, Trenton and Philadelphia April 28.

“We are truly excited to take to the skies with our Navy counterparts for a nation-wide tribute to the men and women keeping our communities safe,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. John Caldwell, Thunderbird 1 and mission commander for the flyover. “We hope to give Americans a touching display of American resolve that honors those serving on the frontline of our fight with COVID-19.”

A formation of 6 F-16C/D Fighting Falcon and 6 F/A-18C/D Hornet aircraft will conduct these flyovers as a collaborative salute to healthcare workers, first responders, military, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

“We are incredibly honored to have the opportunity to salute those working on the frontline of the COVID-19 response, we are in awe of your strength and resilience,” said Cmdr. Brian Kesselring, U.S. Navy Blue Angels commanding officer and flight leader. “Thank you to all of those in essential industries keeping our nation moving forward. We will get through this. We are all in this together.”

This mission, the first of several planned over the coming weeks, is the culmination of more than a month of planning and coordination between the two teams and numerous city and government offices.

Residents along the flight path can expect a few seconds of jet noise as the aircraft pass overhead, along with the sight of 12 high-performance aircraft flying close in precise formation.

Flyovers in Trenton will start at 1:45 p.m. (EST) and last approximately 10 minutes.

Flyovers in Philadelphia will start at 2 p.m. (EST) and last approximately 20 minutes.

Residents in these areas will be able to see the flyover from the safety of their home-quarantine and should maintain all social distancing guidelines during this event. They should also refrain from traveling to landmarks, hospitals and gathering in large groups to view the flyover. A detailed flight route will be released on the day prior to the flyover.

The teams welcome and encourage viewers to tag the flyover on social media with the hashtag #AmericaStrong.

For photos and video for Operation America Strong, visit, https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/americastrong

For more information on the Blue Angels, visit www.blueangels.navy.mil.

For more information on the Thunderbirds, visit www.afthunderbirds.com.


The Original Flight Path From Last week is as follows: SUBJECT TO CHANGE

The United States Navy Blue Angels and United States Air Force Thunderbirds will be doing a combined Fly-BY. They will be conducting a low level flight (500- 1000 agl) when this does happen from TTN to ILG.  

This historic formation will consist of 12 aircraft: 6 USAF F-16s and 6 USN Blue Angels. They will fly in two 6 shape diamond formations.. Each diamond will be around 1 minute in trail and have smoke streaming from all aircrafts. 

This run will begin at Joint Base McGuire/Dix/Lakehurst then onto Trenton. Then fly south over the Delaware River, over the Ben Franklin Bridge with a right hand 360º turn over Center City. They will exit the Downtown Philadelphia Area and follow the River past Philadelphia International Airport towards Wilmington De. 

Additional Information will be updated as needed!

Apr 22

FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT THURSDAY

FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT TO 8 AM EDT
THURSDAY

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as the upper 20s and lower 30s possible.

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

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 8 AM EDT Thursday.

* 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.