Severe Weather Hits Philadelphia: Live Weather Updates
The severe weather system has brought significant flooding and disruptions to the Philadelphia region, with a flood watch and severe thunderstorm warnings in effect. Residents are advised to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety, with the flooding risk expected to remain high until the storms subside.
A severe weather system brought heavy rain and flash flooding to the Philadelphia region on Wednesday night, stranding several drivers and prompting tornado warnings in Delaware and New Jersey. The storm caused widespread disruptions, with flash flooding reported in Wilmington, Delaware, and Lansdowne, Delaware County, where drivers were trapped on Union and Bartram Avenues.
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for the area, warning that any additional rain would hit already saturated ground from previous storms. The NBC10 Weather Team issued a First Alert for severe storms from 5 p.m. to midnight, with a higher chance of flooding and less wind damage compared to Tuesday. The flooding risk was rated as level three out of four, with Philadelphia and south areas, including South Jersey, Delaware, and parts of Delaware and Chester counties, at the highest risk.
No injuries were immediately reported, but the storm caused significant disruptions, with at least six cars stuck in floodwaters in Wilmington, Delaware. The severe weather system has been affecting the region for days, with damaging winds and heavy rain causing widespread disruptions. The storms are expected to taper off by 2 a.m. on Thursday morning, bringing relief to the affected areas.
As the storm subsides, residents are advised to remain cautious and avoid traveling to flooded areas. The National Weather Service and local authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on the flooding risk. Residents can stay informed about the latest weather developments through live weather updates and alerts from local news sources.