First published Oct 16, 2026, 9:37:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 9:37:15 PM UTC

Severe Thunderstorm Warning — NWS State College PA

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Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued October 16 at 4:25PM EDT until October 16 at 5:15PM EDT by NWS State College PA

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The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Dauphin, Lebanon, and Schuylkill counties until 5:15 PM EDT. The source reports radar-indicated storms moving east at 15 mph with 60 mph wind gusts and instructs people to seek shelter.

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Affected location: Dauphin, Lebanon, and Schuylkill counties, Pennsylvania

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The warning calls for shelter inside a well-built structure and away from windows because damaging winds are possible.

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