The National Weather Service in has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northeastern Berks County until 7:30 PM. At 6:27 PM, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Jim Thorpe to Tuscarora to Seltzer to near Kulpmont, moving east at 30 mph. 60 mph wind gusts.
Damage to roofs, siding, trees, and power lines is possible. For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. In addition to damaging winds, frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.