The National Weather Service has issued a report at 9:09 p.m. on Tuesday, warning of gusty showers until 10:15 p.m. in Beaver, Allegheny, Washington, and Greene counties. Wind gusts of up to 50 mph are expected, which could lead to downed tree limbs and unsecured objects being blown around.
Residents are advised to seek shelter in a building if outdoors. The affected areas include Pittsburgh, Mount Lebanon, Bethel Park, Wheeling, Moon Township, McMurray, Weirton, Steubenville, Washington, Moundsville, Canonsburg, Martins Ferry, New Martinsville, Bellaire, Warwood, Wellsburg, Bethlehem, West Liberty, Triadelphia, and Avella.
The weather service also advises drivers to be cautious during heavy rain, as visibility can be reduced and roads may become slippery. Drivers should maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, slow down, and avoid driving through flooded areas.
The following highways are also included in the alert:
– Interstate 70 in Ohio between mile markers 219 and 225
– Interstate 70 in West Virginia between mile markers 0 and 14
– Interstate 70 in Pennsylvania between mile markers 0 and 29
– Interstate 79 in Pennsylvania between mile markers 20 and 63
– Interstate 376 in Pennsylvania between mile markers 51 and 70
By following these safety tips, residents can stay safe during the gusty showers.
