This afternoon snow will move into the area and exit around mid to late morning tomorrow. A general 2-4″ of snow will fall across most of the area with coastal regions seeing only 1-2″. We will be watching for mixing towards the end of the storm along i95 corridor. This will be a light fluffy snow. Just USE caution when driving especially after the EAGLES GAME TONIGHT as we could have an inch on the ground before Midnight.
A WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY will go into effect at 7pm and expire at 1pm Tuesday.
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.
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.
A powerful storm will be 2-3″ upwards of 4″ to the area starting early afternoon on Tuesday into Wednesday. The Philadelphia area will see 40-50 mph winds with gust to 60 mph. Shore points could see wind gust over 65 mph. This storm will cause localized flooding. Expect power outages.
The following are the projected RIVER FLOOD STAGE for The Delaware at Washington Crossing, Trenton and Burlington.
Flood Stage
Watches and Warnings: WIND ADVISORY:
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM TUESDAY TO 3 AM EST WEDNESDAY.
WHEN…From 5 PM Tuesday to 3 AM EST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS… Saturated ground after multiple rounds of heavy rainfall over the last month has made trees more vulnerable to becoming uprooted with strong winds.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON. WHEN… From Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday afternoon.
IMPACTS… Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. *
ADDITIONAL DETAILS – Rainfall of 1 to 3 inches possible Tuesday through early Wednesday, with the heaviest rain falling Tuesday night. The ground remains very saturated following multiple rounds of heavy rainfall over the last month. A period of higher hourly rainfall rates is possible during Tuesday night which would enhance the potential for flooding, particularly in the urban areas. Tidal inundation combined with runoff in coastal areas may significantly elevate the flood risk, especially if occurring during times of high tide.
COASTAL FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE TUESDAY NIGHT…
WHERE... In New Jersey, Mercer, Gloucester, Camden and Northwestern Burlington. In Pennsylvania, Delaware, Philadelphia and Lower Bucks. * WHEN…From Tuesday evening through late Tuesday night.
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. Tidal flooding could be significantly enhanced by an influx of fresh water runoff due to heavy rain Tuesday night.
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
A Winter Storm will bring snow, rain and a mix to the area. This will start Saturday Afternoon into Sunday. At this point the i95 corridor is going to be close to where the rain/snow line set up. I will say at this point the area could see inches or snow or just a little due to placement of the rain/snow line.
Team SNOW is not going to like our call but things could be trending south, which would bring more snow to the area. This will be a HEAVY WET snow!
First Call:
Lower Bucks, Central Bucks, Philly, Trenton – C-2″ Snow changing to Rain/Mix
Doylestown, Reading, Lancaster – 3-6″ Snow changing to Rain/Mix
Quakertown, Allentown, Harrisburg, Pottsville – 4-8″ Heavy wet snow.
All snow will be a wet heavy snow. The NAM above is trending south will this keep up on the overnight runs? We will watch closely and if I need to update the numbers below I will in our second call around mid day tomorrow.
Please NOTE: New Model guidance coming in from the NAM model shows that the storm is trending south. If this keeps up in the overnight models we will be RAISING snow totals for most of the area around the i95 corridor. We are going to keep close eye on this as well as dynamics. I will update late morning with second call if needed.
…COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT EDT SATURDAY NIGHT…
WHAT…Up to one foot of inundation above ground level expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways.
WHERE…The tidal Delaware River and its tidal tributaries.
WHEN…From 7:00 PM Saturday until midnight on Saturday night.
IMPACTS…At this level, flooding begins on the most vulnerable roads in coastal and bayside communities, and along inland tidal waterways. Some partial or full road closures are possible.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
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.
Time of high total tides are approximate to the nearest hour.
Delaware River at Philadelphia MLLW Categories – Minor 8.2 ft, Moderate 9.2 ft, Major 10.2 ft MHHW Categories – Minor 1.5 ft, Moderate 2.5 ft, Major 3.5 ft
A tropical storm warning was issued Thursday from coastal North Carolina to Delaware ahead of a potential tropical cyclone that’s headed toward the East Coast.
The National Hurricane Center announced “Potential Tropical Cyclone Sixteen” on Thursday morning. The disturbance was located about 370 miles (595 kilometers) southeast of Charleston, South Carolina, forecasters said, and moving north at 9 mph (15 kph). Maximum sustained winds were 35 mph (55 kph).
The hurricane center defines a potential tropical cyclone as a disturbance that poses a threat for tropical storm or hurricane conditions to land within 48 hours. The current system could reach the North Carolina coast around Friday night or early Saturday.
The tropical storm warning is in effect from Cape Fear, North Carolina, to Fenwick Island, Delaware. It also includes the Chesapeake Bay south of Smith Point, and Albemarle and Pamlico Sounds.
A storm surge watch was also issued from Surf City, North Carolina, to Chincoteague, Virginia. The hurricane center said storm surge between 2 and 4 feet (.6 to 1.2 meters) was expected.
Our team will bring you the latest on the this storm. Next update will be at 5pm. Below are images from the NAM model. We are keeping close eye on this storm and will bring you the latest tonight.
