Severe Thunderstorm Warning

This is an important message from ReadyPhiladelphia. Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 6:15PM.  High winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning possible.  Seek shelter. At 5:22 PM EDT... severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Geryville to Lionville to North Star... moving east at 55 mph. Hazard... 60 mph wind gusts. Source... radar indicated. Impact... expect damage to roofs... siding... and trees.  Precautionary/preparedness actions: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Prepare immediately for damaging winds. People outside should move immediately to shelter inside a strong building. Stay away from windows. In addition to 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. For additional updates and weather information, visit www.weather.gov/phi For all current NWS Watches, Warnings, or Advisories, visit http://goo.gl/xfexUk For further information on emergency preparedness, visit www.phila.gov/ready     You received this message because you are registered with ReadyPhiladelphia. To change your Alert preferences, Login. For questions, e-mail warning@phila.gov.