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⛈️ Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Kent, DE; Sussex, DE

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⛈️ Severe Thunderstorm Warning — Kent, DE; Sussex, DE

ISSUED: 1:15 AM ET Fri Sep 4 | EXPIRES: 1:45 AM ET Fri Sep 4

What's Happening: A severe thunderstorm was located over Bridgeville, or 13 miles northwest of Georgetown, at 1:15 AM EDT. It is moving east at 45 mph. The hazard is 60 mph wind gusts. Damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines is possible. Locations impacted include Georgetown, Millsboro, Lewes, Milton, Bridgeville, Ellendale, Andrewsville, Greenwood, and Farmington.

Who This Affects:

  • Kent, DE
  • Sussex, DE

What To Do:

  • Move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building for your protection.
  • Remain in a sturdy building while this Severe Thunderstorm Warning is in effect.

Why Now: Radar indicated the severe thunderstorm over Bridgeville. The storm is moving east at 45 mph.

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