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Severe Weather Hits Philadelphia Region with Flooding, Tornadoes, and Damaging Winds

Severe Weather Hits Philadelphia Region with Flooding, Tornadoes, and Damaging Winds

The Philadelphia region, including parts of New Jersey and Delaware, is experiencing severe weather conditions on Thursday, with heavy rain, damaging winds, and tornado activity reported. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Flood Watch and Tornado Watch for the area, with rainfall rates reaching up to 3 inches per hour in some locations. Confirmed tornado activity in Dover, Delaware, has caused significant damage, prompting a State of Emergency. Flash Flood Warnings are in effect for multiple counties, and urban areas are seeing rising water levels and road closures. Winds gusting above 60 mph have downed trees and power lines, causing widespread outages and travel disruptions. The storms are expected to clear the region by late Thursday night.

Philadelphia Contractor Shawn Hagan Arrested for Allegedly Bilking Homeowners of Nearly $180,000

Philadelphia Contractor Shawn Hagan Arrested for Allegedly Bilking Homeowners of Nearly $180,000

Shawn Hagan, a 46-year-old home improvement contractor from Philadelphia operating under the business name Hagan Home Concepts, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of home improvement fraud, theft by deception, deceptive business practices, and receiving stolen property. This arrest follows a joint investigation by the Bensalem Township and Middletown Township police departments in Lower Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Hagan is accused of taking payments from at least three homeowners for work that was either never started or left significantly incomplete. One Bensalem Township resident reported paying Hagan $46,725 for a home addition that never commenced. Another Middletown Township homeowner paid $107,566 for a major renovation, but only minor demolition and framing were completed over five months before a stop-work order was issued due due to deficiencies. A third resident in Bensalem Township paid $24,000 for an addition that was never started. In total, Hagan allegedly defrauded homeowners...

Severe Storms Threaten Northeast with Flash Flooding and Damaging Winds

Severe Storms Threaten Northeast with Flash Flooding and Damaging Winds

The Northeast region of the U.S. is bracing for severe storms, with over 32 million people along the I-95 corridor from Connecticut to Virginia under a flash flood threat. NOAA’s Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has issued a widespread Level 2 out of 4 risk for flash flooding in this area. Specifically, 17 million individuals across parts of New Jersey and New York City face a higher Level 3 out of 4 risk. These storms are expected to bring drenching downpours, with rainfall rates potentially reaching up to 2 inches per hour. A Tornado Watch is also in effect for over 15 million people in Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia until 10 p.m. ET. The cold front responsible for this severe weather is moving east from the Ohio Valley and is anticipated to stall over the Northeast coast and Mid-Atlantic through Thursday evening. Widespread rainfall totals of 2 to 3 inches are possible from North Carolina up to coastal New Jersey, with localized amounts of 3 to 5 inches.

Northeast Faces Severe Storms and Flash Flood Threat, Impacting 32 Million

Northeast Faces Severe Storms and Flash Flood Threat, Impacting 32 Million

The Northeast region of the United States is bracing for severe storms, with a significant flash flood risk issued for central and northern New Jersey and New York City. Drenching downpours are anticipated around the evening commute. A Tornado Watch is also in effect for over 15 million people across parts of Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Virginia until 10 p.m. ET. These storms are advancing eastward after affecting parts of northeastern Arkansas, Kentucky, and Indiana. The NOAA’s Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has issued a widespread Level 2 out of 4 risk of flash flooding along the I-95 corridor from Connecticut to Virginia, while 17 million people in parts of New Jersey and New York City face a higher Level 3 out of 4 risk. Thunderstorms could produce rainfall rates of up to 2 inches per hour, potentially leading to urbanized flooding in major cities.

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Wawa is debuting 8 new EV chargers in Pennsylvania, here's where

Wawa is debuting 8 new EV chargers in Pennsylvania, here's where

Wawa is expanding its EV offerings with self-branded chargers, partnering with Electrify America, at eight Pennsylvania locations.

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Flash flood warning issued for Montgomery County

Flash flood warning issued for Montgomery County

A flash flood warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly at 5:39 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20.

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Tornado watch issued for Bucks County

Tornado watch issued for Bucks County

A tornado watch was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20.

Flood Watch Issued for Parts of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania

Flood Watch Issued for Parts of Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania

A Flood Watch is in effect from Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night for portions of northern Delaware, New Jersey, and southeastern Pennsylvania. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of potential flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall. Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms are expected, with rainfall rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour possible. Total rainfall amounts could range from 1 to 2 inches, with localized areas receiving up to 3 to 5 inches. This heavy rainfall may lead to flooding in urban areas, poor drainage zones, and along creeks and streams. The affected areas include counties such as New Castle in Delaware, Atlantic and Camden in New Jersey, and Upper Bucks and Philadelphia in Pennsylvania. (Source time: not specified.)

Flash flooding threat targets 32M including NYC, Philadelphia

Flash flooding threat targets 32M including NYC, Philadelphia

More than 32 million people face flash flooding Thursday as severe storms target the Mid-Atlantic, including NYC, Philadelphia and Baltimore.

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Bucks County weather calls for heavy rain. Flood watch issued

Bucks County weather calls for heavy rain. Flood watch issued

Bucks County is under a flood watch as heavy rain and high winds threaten to cause flash flooding today.

Severe Storms and Flood Threat Impact Interstate 95 Corridor, Possible Tornado in Delaware

Severe Storms and Flood Threat Impact Interstate 95 Corridor, Possible Tornado in Delaware

The Mid-Atlantic region experienced severe storms and potential flooding along the Interstate 95 corridor on Thursday, impacting areas from Virginia to Connecticut. Heavy thunderstorms brought damaging wind gusts and rainfall rates of up to 2.5 inches per hour, with total rain accumulations ranging from 3 to 7 inches in some areas. Flash flooding was possible across the region, with a flood watch in effect from Philadelphia to New York City until Friday morning. Authorities in Delaware reported 'significant damage' in parts of Dover after a 'likely' tornado touched down, leading to numerous downed trees and localized flooding. New York City's John F. Kennedy Airport warned of potential flight disruptions, and over 700 flights were canceled at Northeast airports by Thursday evening. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro noted reports of tornadoes and significant damage in York and Lancaster counties.

Pilot Dies in Midair Collision Between Small Plane and Pennsylvania State Police Helicopter Near Carlisle Airport

Pilot Dies in Midair Collision Between Small Plane and Pennsylvania State Police Helicopter Near Carlisle Airport

A pilot died on Wednesday following a violent collision between a small plane and a Pennsylvania State Police helicopter near a runway at a small airport in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The incident involved a Cessna 150, a two-seat trainer aircraft, and a Bell 407 helicopter. According to Lt. Col. George Bivens, the state’s acting police commissioner, the plane veered into the helicopter near the ground. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) have classified it as a midair collision. Both state troopers aboard the helicopter survived the crash and are in stable condition, having been trapped until one managed to push out a window to escape and assist the other. Governor Josh Shapiro expressed relief that the outcome for the state police personnel was not more tragic. The crash occurred at an airport approximately 110 miles northwest of Philadelphia. The identity of the deceased pilot has not been released pending notification of next of kin.