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Delaware & Maryland Face 60 MPH Thunderstorm Winds
3 Sep
Summary
- Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Kent and Sussex counties in Delaware.
- Maryland counties include Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot.
- Expect winds up to 60 mph and hail up to 0.75 inches.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued on Wednesday, September 2, by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, NJ. The warning impacted Kent and Sussex counties in Delaware, and Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne's, and Talbot counties in Maryland. Residents were alerted to potential dangers associated with the storm.
Meteorologists predicted winds reaching up to 60 mph and hail as large as 0.75 inches. The National Weather Service advised individuals to seek safety by moving to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. Heavy rainfall was also expected, with the possibility of flash flooding.
Officials warned against driving through flooded roads, emphasizing the risk of torrential rainfall. The storm's path and predicted intensity led to impacts including potential damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines. Key locations mentioned within the warning zone included Dover, Easton, and Milford.
