Forecast For Thursday + Storm Review

Trees completely uprooted falls on car.

Before I get to Tomorrow's forecast, I want to recap yesterday's storms. An EF-1 did occur in Northumberland county yesterday confirmed by the National Weather Service. I had posted on my Facebook page an image of what appeared to be a funnel yesterday in the Lehigh Valley area near Allentown. According to the National Weather Service, the funnel never reached the ground so therefore, there was no official tornado. However, there were still buildings and trees that were significantly damaged by what was ruled straight-line winds that reached upwards of 80 MPH. Just a reminder that straight-line winds can be just as dangerous as a tornado. To show you proof, a friend of mine took this picture where the straight line winds occurred near Allentown.

There was a widespread area where other trees were uprooted and roofs of buildings were torn away from their respected building. In other words if you ever hear that straight-line winds are possible, DO NOT take it lightly. It is a very serious matter that can be deadly.

Now moving on to Tomorrow's Forecast. We should see a mix of clouds and sun with a chance for an isolated shower or two in the afternoon hours. The best chance for any shower activity will remain well to our South&East. If you have any travel plans to the Southern Maryland or Delaware beaches, that is where the chance for rain increases.

Simulated Radar Valid 3 PM Thursday.

The image I have posted is valid for 3 PM Thursday which shows the simulated radar per the HIRES NAM model. As you can see the shower activity is scattered throughout the state with steadier rains further to the south & east. The threat for a brief shower will persist into the evening hours.

I do not expect much in the way of severe weather Tomorrow and I do not see any widespread outbreaks like yesterday anytime soon.

Have a great night!