Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Residents across parts of the Delaware Valley should remain weather aware this afternoon as isolated severe thunderstorms could develop between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., bringing the potential for locally damaging wind gusts, especially south and east of the I-95 urban corridor.
According to the National Weather Service in Philadelphia/Mount Holly and the Storm Prediction Center, today’s severe weather threat is lower than Tuesday’s, but a Level 1 (Marginal Risk) remains in place for much of eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. A Level 2 (Slight Risk) extends into portions of southern Delaware, where the potential for stronger storms is slightly higher.
The greatest chance for severe weather includes communities across southern New Jersey, central and southern Delaware, and areas southeast of Philadelphia. Cities such as Atlantic City, Cape May, Dover, Georgetown, Vineland and surrounding communities could see isolated thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts during the late afternoon and early evening. Most locations, however, are expected to remain dry.
Anyone with outdoor plans should monitor the latest forecasts and ensure they have multiple ways to receive weather warnings. If a Severe Thunderstorm Warning is issued, move indoors immediately and avoid open areas, trees and unsecured outdoor objects that could become hazardous in strong winds.
The threat for severe weather will diminish later this evening as daytime heating fades. Additional watches or warnings may be issued if storms strengthen more than expected during the afternoon.
