Philadelphia, PA – Wet weather returns to the region tonight as scattered showers and storms become more widespread, affecting areas in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Delaware through Friday morning. According to the National Weather Service, most of the rainfall should be beneficial, though isolated localized flooding could occur in low-lying areas, particularly in urban regions with poor drainage systems.
The rain is expected to begin this afternoon and continue overnight into Friday. Those living along the I-95 corridor, including areas north and west, will experience heavier rainfall totals, with some areas possibly receiving 1-3 inches of rain. Flash flooding concerns may persist for neighborhoods prone to water buildup.
In addition to the rain, embedded storms could bring brief bursts of heavy rainfall. Areas along the Philadelphia metropolitan area and south to Wilmington should also prepare for showers tonight and into Friday, with rain totals generally ranging from 0.5 to 3 inches…