Headline:
Tornado Warning issued July 18 at 6:38PM EDT until July 18 at 7:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Event:
Tornado Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 18, 2026 - 3:38pm
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
At 637 PM EDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
was located near Bridgeville, or 9 miles west of Georgetown, moving
northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Tornado and quarter size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated rotation.
IMPACT...Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage
to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is
likely.
Locations impacted include...
Georgetown, Seaford, Laurel, Milton, Bridgeville, Ellendale,
Sycamore, and Blades.
Instruction:
TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.
If a tornado or other severe weather is spotted, report it to the
National Weather Service or your local nearest law enforcement agency
who will send your report. This act may save lives of others in the
path of dangerous weather.
Torrential rainfall is occurring with this storm, and may lead to
flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description:
Sussex, DE; Caroline, MD
Forcast Office:
NWS Mount Holly NJ
Sender: