Dangerous Storms Take Aim At Mid-Atlantic, N. Plains
Many people will be at risk of dangerous thunderstorms tonight. This includes parts of the populous I-95 corridor in the Mid-Atlantic, with a separate area of severe weather also targeting the north-central U.S.
An upper-level weather system will slowly inch across the eastern U.S. tonight. The combination of strong winds throughout the atmosphere, plenty of moisture will be enough to trigger showers and thunderstorms. Showers and thunderstorms will likely develop.
To the west, a warm front will slowly lift across the north-central U.S. tonight. An abundant supply of atmospheric instability will build over the northern Plains. This instability will also interact with gusty winds aloft, allowing thunderstorms to bubble up tonight.
The government’s Storm Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk for eastern Nebraska and eastern South Dakota that includes Sioux Fallas, S.D., and Omaha, Neb. Gusts up to 75 mph are possible as well as large hail greater than 2 inches in diameter.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued across parts of southern North Dakota, South Dakota and Nebraska. This includes Jamestown, N.D., Pierre, S.D. and Valentine, Neb.
A Slight Risk has been issued for severe weather for southern New Jersey and the southern part of the Delmarva region.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for southeastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, Delaware and southern Maryland. This includes Philadelphia, Dover, Del. and Atlantic City, N.J.
Make sure to know the difference between a watch and a warning should they become issued. A watch means that conditions are favorable for severe weather to occur and to be on alert for any rapidly changing conditions. A warning means that severe weather is imminent, and you should act fast to remain safe.
The best way to remain safe is to stay prepared and informed about your local weather. Have a severe weather kit packed with a battery-operated radio, water and non-perishable food items should you be without power for long periods of time. Also, check the WeatherBug app frequently for any updates on today’s severe weather. Remember, “When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!”