A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly at 4:33 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8. This warning applies to Berks, Chester and Montgomery counties.
Meteorologists warn of winds as strong as 60 mph.
Use caution, officials warn of hail as large as 0.75 inches.
The NWS warns: “For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. In addition to large hail and damaging winds, frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning. Torrential rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.”
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What are NWS meteorologists saying?
At 4:33 p.m., the NWS issued a statement:
“The National Weather Service in Mount Holly NJ has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for: Southeastern Berks County in eastern Pennsylvania, West central Montgomery County in southeastern Pennsylvania, Northern Chester County in southeastern Pennsylvania, Until 5:15 p.m. EDT. At 4:33 p.m. EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Adamstown to Terre Hill to near Paradise, moving east at 50 mph.
HAZARD: 60 mph wind gusts.
SOURCE: Radar indicated.
IMPACT: Damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines is possible. Locations impacted include: West Chester, Pottstown, Phoenixville, Coatesville, Downingtown, Birdsboro, Royersford, Parkesburg, Honey Brook, Elverson, New Morgan, Pughtown, Marshallton, Lionville-Marchwood, Glenmoore, Chester Springs, Lionville, Cedarville, Gilbertsville, and West Goshen.”
What is a severe thunderstorm warning?
A severe thunderstorm warning means the area is experiencing or is about to experience a storm with winds of 58 mph or higher or hail an inch in diameter or larger.
Tips for staying safe during thunderstorms
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Once in a shelter, stay away from windows and avoid electrical equipment and plumbing.
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Keep a battery-powered weather radio nearby in case of loss of power.
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Remember to bring pets inside.
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If there is time, secure loose objects outside as these objects often become dangerous flying debris in high winds.
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Postpone outdoor activities until the storms have passed.
Reporters Jana Hayes and Victoria Reyna-Rodriguez contributed to this article.
This weather report was generated automatically using information from the National Weather Service and a story written and reviewed by an editor.
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This article originally appeared on Bucks County Courier Times: Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Montgomery County
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