Severe Thunderstorm Watch in effect for parts of the area

PHILADELPHIA (WTXF) The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9 p.m. for all of Southeastern PA, Central and Southern New Jersey and the state of Delaware.

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A line of storms will move southeast through our area this afternoon and evening. Expect periods of heavy rain, and ponding on area roads.

It will be a slow evening commute. If any storms turn severe, localized damaging winds, in excess of 58 miles-an-hour are possible as well as large hail.

If you hear thunder, get everyone inside and wait for these storms to pass.