Strong wind gusts, rain hit Philly, suburbs, NJ, Del. Strong wind gusts and heavy rain battered the Philadelphia region, including surrounding suburbs in Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and Delaware on Monday, March 16, 2026. Wind speeds reached up to 70 miles per hour in parts of the area, prompting a First Alert for the entire region through midnight due to the severe storms. The weather system brought tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings, with active tornado alerts in Ocean County, New Jersey, and Kent County, Delaware. However, the tornado warnings for both counties expired by 12:15 a.m. and just after 11 p.m., respectively. The storm caused widespread strong winds and thunderstorms, disrupting the region and prompting emergency alerts from local authorities.#south_jersey #philadelphia_region #kent_county_delaware #ocean_county_new_jersey #philadelphia_suburbs_pennsylvania
Severe Thunderstorms and Tornado Risk Expected in Philadelphia Monday After a mild weekend, forecasters warn that the Philadelphia region could face rounds of severe thunderstorms with the potential for damaging winds and isolated tornadoes on Monday. The first showers are expected to arrive overnight Sunday into early Monday morning, though these initial storms are not anticipated to be particularly strong. However, they may leave roads wet, creating hazardous conditions for the morning commute. Lingering showers could still be present during the early Monday commute, but the weather is expected to become more active as the day progresses. While the timing of storms may vary across different areas, the atmosphere is projected to remain unstable, leading to multiple rounds of severe weather throughout the day. The strongest storms are likely to develop around dinnertime and intensify as they move through the region. These storms could bring heavy rainfall, frequent lightning, and strong wind gusts capable of causing damage. The most intense weather is expected to occur Monday evening. Late evening storms are anticipated to weaken as they move into South Jersey and toward the shore before clearing overnight. Around 9 p.m., the line of storms is expected to pass through the city, while storms could begin approaching the Philadelphia area around 8 p.m. Although tornadoes are not guaranteed, forecasters note that the storm system could produce isolated tornado warnings, particularly in areas such as Berks and Chester counties. The primary concern with any tornado in the region is the potential for uprooted trees and localized wind damage. If a tornado warning is issued, residents are advised to move to the lowest level of their home, preferably a basement or an interior room away from windows.#chester_county #philadelphia #berks_county #south_jersey #philadelphia_region
