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An AccuWeather Alert is in place for today as strong thunderstorms are expected to move through the region this afternoon through this evening. (6abc)
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A Tornado Watch has been issued for Philadelphia and surrounding counties across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware until 9 p.m. Thursday, July 29.
Find the full list of counties covered by the Tornado Watch here.
A Tornado Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for a tornado. It doesn’t mean severe weather is imminent.
A Tornado Warning is issued when either a tornado has been spotted or a radar has picked one up. If you are in an area with a tornado warning, it’s time to act immediately. Get to a safe space such as a storm shelter. If you don’t have one, the best option is usually in the basement or the middle of a building, away from windows, preferably in an area with reinforced walls.
An AccuWeather Alert is in place for today as strong thunderstorms are expected to move through the region this afternoon through this evening.
The key time frame for severe storms is 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Thunderstorms will be capable of producing damaging winds in excess of 60 mph. High humidity can fuel drenching downpours.
There is also the threat of hail and isolated tornadoes.