NWS Heavey Rain Weather Briefing

This is a message from ReadyChesco. Emergency Management Partners and Stakeholders: Key Updates: Rainfall amounts for most of the county are expected to be between 1-1.25".  High Wind Warning has been issued of all of Chester County until 7 pm with on Monday, January 23rd, 2017.  Winds are East at 20-30mph with gusts from 50-60 knots possible.   Chester County Forecasted Conditions: ·         Rain is expected to continue into Tuesday Midday ·         Today winds from the East around 20-30mph with gust to 60 knots.  Winds will gradually decrease in the evening hours. ·         Precipitation: 1 – 1.25 inches of rain predicted for the county ·         Active watches & warnings: Chester County is under a High Wind Warning   Impacts: ·         Strong winds may blow down limbs, trees, and power lines.  Isolated power outages are likely.  Strong winds can make it difficult to drive, especially high profile vehicles.  Light weight objects like trash cans and patio furniture should be secured.                                                        Recommended Preparedness Actions: ·         Follow the NWS and local weather forecasts for the latest changes, updates, and information.   DES Actions: ·         We will continue to monitor this event and provide additional information as it becomes available. ·         The Watch Officer is available through the 9-1-1 Operations Center by calling 610-344-5100 ·         The EOC is currently not expected to be activated for this event.   Next Briefing Package:  Next weather briefing will be issued Tuesday, January 24th in the morning. For a detailed forecast for your area you can visit the NWS site using the links below   Coatesville      http://bit.ly/coatesville_forecast Cochranville    http://bit.ly/cochranville_forecast Downingtown  http://bit.ly/downingtown_forecast Elverson          http://bit.ly/elverson_forecast Kennett           http://bit.ly/kennett_forecast Malvern           http://bit.ly/malvern_forecast Oxford            http://bit.ly/oxford_forecast Phoenixville     http://bit.ly/phoenixville_forecast Pottstown        http://bit.ly/pottstown_forecast Wayne             http://bit.ly/wayne_forecast West Chester   http://bit.ly/west_chester_forecast West Grove     http://bit.ly/west_grove_forecast       Chester County Watch Officer     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