Severe weather is expected to continue in the Philadelphia region, with Monday forecasted to be very hot and humid with highs in the 90s. There may be a few scattered storms, especially in the afternoon, which could turn severe. Most of the region is under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 p.m. Meteorologist Bil Kelly predicts that the severe weather will occur between 5 to 10 p.m.
On Sunday, severe weather rolled through the Philadelphia region, leading to tornado warnings in several counties, including Chester, Berks, Lancaster, Montgomery, Lehigh in Pennsylvania, and New Castle in Delaware. The warnings have since expired, but there were reports of a tornado touching down in New London Township in Chester County at around 7
What are the potential risks associated with the high heat, humidity, and potential severe thunderstorms expected on Monday
Get ready for continued severe weather in the Philadelphia region, as Monday is expected to bring scorching heat and high humidity with temperatures in the 90s. There is also a chance of isolated thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon, which could potentially turn into severe ones. To add to the intensity, most parts of the region are currently under a severe thunderstorm watch until 10 p.m. According to meteorologist Bill Kelly, the peak of the severe weather is likely to occur between 5 and 10 p.m.
The Philadelphia region experienced some intense weather on Sunday, which resulted in multiple tornado warnings across several counties, including Chester, Berks, Lancaster, Montgomery, Lehigh (in Pennsylvania), and New Castle (in Delaware). Although the warnings have now expired, there were reports of a confirmed tornado touchdown in New London Township, specifically in Chester County, at approximately 7 p.m.
Stay safe, Philadelphia! Be prepared for a trifecta of severe weather – keep hydrated, take shelter from the storms, and stay cool in this intense heat and humidity.