WASHINGTON DC — More damaging winds are expected today across the same areas hit hard yesterday, with summer bubbler storms once again very capable of producing strong downburst winds around Washington DC and Maryland. Many residents remain without power from yesterday’s storms as this next round approaches. Timing will run from mid-afternoon through the evening hours, between 3 and 8 p.m., as storms bubble up in the hot airmass, with gusts over 70 mph possible, though slightly less widespread than yesterday.
Highest Risk Centered on Washington DC and Philadelphia
The highest probability zone, at 30 percent, covers Washington DC, Philadelphia and Delaware, indicating the greatest likelihood of damaging wind reports within this corridor today. This area sits at the core of the threat as storms develop through the hot afternoon airmass.
Residents in this zone who are still recovering from yesterday’s outages should prepare for the possibility of additional wind damage and prolonged power restoration efforts.
Broader 15 Percent Risk Extends Into Virginia and Richmond
A 15 percent probability zone extends south and west to include Richmond and much of Virginia, along with southern New Jersey. Storms tracking into this area also carry the potential for strong downburst winds as they mature in the afternoon heat.
Pittsburgh, Cleveland and Much of the Ohio Valley See Lower Risk
A broader 5 percent risk zone covers Pittsburgh, Cleveland and much of Ohio, West Virginia and western Pennsylvania. While the probability is lower in this area, isolated strong to damaging wind gusts remain possible as storms develop across the region.
Storms Expected to Develop in Peak Afternoon Heat
Forecasters say storms will bubble up as the hot airmass peaks through the afternoon, with the primary window for damaging winds running from 3 to 8 p.m. Residents throughout the threat area are urged to secure loose outdoor items and seek shelter quickly when storms approach. Stay with NapervilleLocal.com for the latest weather updates and local forecast coverage.…