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60 MPH Winds Threaten Sussex County Skies
13 Jun
Summary
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued Friday night for Sussex County.
- Winds up to 60 mph and hail up to 0.75 inches expected.
- NWS advises moving to an interior room for safety.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, on Friday, June 12, at 10:20 p.m. EDT. This warning specifically targets southeastern Sussex County in Delaware and was expected to last until 11 p.m. EDT.
The storm, located near Dagsboro, was moving east at 20 mph, carrying a significant threat of 60 mph wind gusts. The National Weather Service indicated that these conditions could lead to damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines.
Officials urged residents to take protective measures, recommending moving to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. The National Weather Service defines a severe thunderstorm warning for storms producing winds of 58 mph or higher or hail one inch in diameter or larger, often accompanied by heavy rain and potential flooding.
