Apr
12
Weather Alert: High Wind Warning Issued for Monday
The NWS has issued the following weather alerts for Monday.
Category: Weather Alerts
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.
