Pennsylvania Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 08/17/2026 13:43

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued August 17 at 4:43PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 17, 2026 - 1:43pm
Expires: 
August 17, 2026 - 2:30pm
Description: 
At 443 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Minersville, moving southeast at 25 mph. Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail are possible with this storm. Locations impacted include... Kutztown, Hamburg, Sinking Spring, Leesport, Shoemakersville, Bernville, Strausstown, Lenhartsville, Fairview Hgts, Spring Ridge, Centerport, and Whitfield. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm, and may cause localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways. This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Berks
Forcast Office: 
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov