Threat of Severe Weather on Sunday, June 5, 2016

This is a message from ReadyChesco. There is an enhanced risk of severe weather for Chester County on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Possible conditions include 60+ mph wind gusts, hail 1" or greater, and 0.75" to 1.5" of rain in the late afternoon into the evening. There is a much lower, but possible, chance of an isolated tornado associated with these storms. Here's what you need to do: - visit https://www.ready.gov/severe-weather for tips on how to prepare, what to do during and after the storms - prepare for possible power outages - write down the telephone numbers to report utility outages. Please do not call 9-1-1 to report utility outages. PECO: 800-841-4141 PPL: 800-342-5775 MetEd: 888-544-4877 Verizon: 800-837-4966 Comcast: 800-934-6489 - monitor your local weather forecast and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions. If you're holding an outdoor event in the afternoon/evening, consider canceling the event. At the very least you should be sure to have an emergency plan on how you will notify attendees of severe weather and know where to shelter attendees. If you're attending an outdoor event, be sure to have a plan to communicate with and reunite with family and friends. Throughout the day tomorrow we will likely see weather watches and weather warnings issued by the US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly. Remember, a WATCH means be prepared - a particular type of severe weather is possible. A WARNING means take action immediately - a particular type of severe weather is likely or occurring. To view the current US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly weather briefing, visit http://www.weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf. Please note: This message is being delivered to the mobile member app, primary and secondary e-mail addresses. This message is not being sent through text message or telephone. When issued, severe weather alerts will be sent through all subscribed methods.     Use the links above to confirm/respond to the message. Do not reply directly to this email.  This is being sent from an un-monitored account. Update your preferences and information you receive at www.ReadyChesco.org