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Storm Prep Recommendations from Local Officials

The National Weather Service is warning of Tropical Storm conditions.

We could feel tropical storm conditions by Saturday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

Tropical storm force winds are expected to start late Saturday night with gusts up to 70 mph, according to The National Weather Service.

Heavy and record-setting rainfall is expected Saturday afternoon through Sunday evening, resulting in flash flooding. A flood watch is in effect for the entire Philadelphia area. Philadelphia and Delaware County are under a hurricane warning and a Tropical Storm warning is in effect for Chester, Montgomery and Bucks counties

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The National Weather Service expects Irene to bring minor to moderate damage to mobile homes. Possible siding and roof damage to other homes is also expected. They warn that loose outdoor items may be blown around and create additional damage.

PECO is preparing for downed power lines, but .

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Local Storm Preparations

Friday local authorities warned residents that they should be prepared for power outages that could last for hours, if not longer.

According to a press release on Montgomery County’s web site, Hurricane Irene is expected to drop seven inches of rain, or more throughout Saturday and Sunday.

Because of the area’s oversaturation, due to the recent abundance of rain highly susceptible small creeks and streams will rapidly flood.

Montgomery County Public Safety Department will be increasing staffing in its 9-1-1 emergency call center but residents are asked to only call 9-1-1 if they need a response by police, fire or EMS.

Power outages should be reported to PECO by calling 1-800-841-4141.

Those interested in being updated about the storm are being encouraged to sign up for emergency text messages at https://montco.alertpa.org/.

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