The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions are bracing for a resurgence of severe thunderstorms and the potential for flash flooding on Tuesday. This comes just days after heavy rainfall impacted the same areas on Saturday.
The most significant threat, rated at a level 3 out of 5, is expected to affect a corridor stretching from northeastern Kentucky to New Jersey. Major cities within this zone include Pittsburgh, Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Philadelphia. Forecasters also anticipate the possibility of destructive winds and tornadoes in this region.
Flash flooding is a primary concern across a wide area of the Interstate 95 corridor, encompassing the stretch from Washington, D.C., through Philadelphia and extending to New York City. Flood watches have been issued for Tuesday, covering areas from Delaware to southern New York. Rainfall rates could surpass one inch per hour in some locations, increasing the likelihood of flash flooding, particularly in urban environments. Both Philadelphia and New York City are expected to be affected.
There are growing concerns that slow-moving thunderstorms could deliver torrential rain to certain areas on Tuesday, potentially developing by the late morning or early afternoon and persisting throughout the day.