PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Monday is NEXT Weather Alert Day with the risk of severe storms in the Philadelphia area in the afternoon and evening.
The storm could bring damaging winds, with the possibility of a few tornadoes, as well as heavy downpours, which could lead to localized flooding in towns and small streams. There are also concerns about hail.
Several disturbances will move across our area on Monday, culminating in a strong cold front late Monday night. Unsteady atmospheric conditions will be greatest between late afternoon and late evening for rotation and severe storm development.
The greatest risk for damaging winds and possible tornadoes is generally along and west of Trenton to Philadelphia, and the Georgetown line, according to the National Weather Service.
The storm is expected to pass through the area in the evening, with the greatest risk between 4 p.m. and 10 p.m. During the early and afternoon Mondays, the threat is less.
The National Weather Service has put much of our region at “heightened risk” for severe weather, or level three on a five-point scale. Last time we were at this level there were confirmed tornadoes and wind damage.
Sports, air travel and late-night commuters could be affected by the storm, which could also cause scattered power outages.
Looking further into next week, there may be continued showers on Tuesday with slightly cooler conditions, with another flurry of showers possible on Friday.
This is your 7-day forecast:
Monday: Showers and T-storms: High 87, Low 72
Tuesday: Mostly Sunny High 83, Low 71
Wednesday: Mostly sunny: high 86, low 66
Thursday: Mostly sunny: high 84, low 67
Friday: Chance of Showers: High 85, Low 68
Saturday: Scattered storms: High 88, Low 70
Sunday: Stray storm: High 86, Low 71
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