The National Weather Service issued two storm related warnings Tuesday for the Southeastern Pennsylvania area extending into Thanksgiving and beyond. A flood advisory was also added early Wednesday morning.
Forecasters predicted another 1 to 2 inches of rainfall in addition to accumulation that has already falling on in the Levittown area, creating perilous conditions for motorists.
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Forecasters issued a hazardous weather warning for the area predicting flooding for Tuesday night beginning at 7 p.m. and ending 7 p.m. Wednesday.
The stormy weather is expected to last over the next several daysm the service said. Tidal flooding, plummeting temperatures potentially creating slick and icy road conditions with the freezing conditions beginning Wednesday night.
Gusts are expected to blast the area also peaking at 40 MPH, creating treacherous conditions as Thanksgiving gives way to Black Friday and Small Business Saturday.
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Driving rain overnight Tuesday into Wednesday morning is expected to create serious issues along roadways. officials say, which has led PennDOT ready to use brine, a salt solution, to pre-treat the roads.
PennDOT officials say motorists should review forecasts of their entire travel route and make sure their vehicle is equipped with a winter emergency kit and the vehicle has good tires.
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The area flood watch is in effect until 7 p.m. today.
