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Tornado Warning Issued: Sussex, Caroline Counties Brace for Storm
19 Jul
Summary
- Tornado warning issued for Sussex County, Delaware and Caroline County, Maryland.
- Hail up to 1 inch in size is also a significant threat.
- Residents advised to seek shelter immediately in sturdy buildings or basements.
A tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Mount Holly, New Jersey, for northwestern Sussex County, Delaware, and southeastern Caroline County, Maryland. The alert was in effect on Saturday, July 18, from 6:27 p.m. until 7 p.m. EDT.
At the time of the warning, a severe thunderstorm with radar-indicated rotation was located near Seaford, Delaware, moving northeast at 45 mph. This storm posed a significant threat, including the potential for a tornado and hail up to quarter-size. Key impacts listed were dangerous flying debris, potential destruction of mobile homes, and damage to roofs, windows, vehicles, and trees.
Authorities strongly advised residents to seek immediate shelter in basements or interior rooms of sturdy buildings, avoiding windows. They also cautioned against driving through flooded roadways due to the risk of flash flooding from torrential rainfall. For those caught outdoors or in vehicles, the advice was to move to the closest substantial shelter and protect themselves from flying debris.
