Wednesday, May 15, 2013
The primary threat would be from damaging wind gusts.
There is a small chance that thunderstorms may become severe on Wednesday afternoon in Baldwin Borough, Baldwin Township and Whitehall Borough, according to a hazardous outlook issued by the National Weather Service in Moon Township. "The primary threat would be from damaging wind gusts, but large hail is also possible," according to the weather service. Here is a more detailed look at the forecast for Wednesday and Thursday: Lightning, hail, wind damage—we want to see your weather photos. Be sure to upload them to the media box above. Then, come back and see the photos that your neighbors uploaded. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Monday, May 13, 2013
Unprotected plants will be damaged.
Baldwin Borough, Baldwin Township and Whitehall Borough and their surrounding areas are under a freeze warning from 1 to 8 a.m. on Tuesday. The National Weather Service predicts that temperatures may dip into the 20s overnight. Meteorologists warn that unprotected outdoor plants will likely be damaged or killed, so cover your in-ground plants and bring potted plants indoors. The temperature is expected to rise throughout the week. The high on Wednesday will be around 80 degrees. Join Patch for more community news or join us on Facebook and Twitter.
Sunday, March 17, 2013
A winter weather advisory has been issued for our area.
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the Pittsburgh region, including Baldwin Borough, Whitehall Borough and Baldwin Township, from 11 p.m. on Sunday until 2 p.m. on Monday. A period of snow and freezing rain is possible overnight, which may change to all rain by Monday afternoon. A winter weather advisory means that snow, sleet or freezing rain will make travel difficult. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through Monday morning from the National Weather Service: Should you take any weather-related photos, contribute to Patch by adding them to this article. Just click on one of the green "Upload Photos and Videos" buttons above! And please tell us about troubled spots in the comments…
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
A winter storm advisory is still in effect until 5 p.m. on Wednesday.
The National Weather Service's winter storm warning for the Pittsburgh area remains in effect through 5 p.m. on Wednesday, but initial forecasts seem to have overestimated the amount of snow for the region. Nevertheless, many schools in and near the Baldwin-Whitehall area delayed the start of classes on Wednesday or canceled classes altogether. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through Thursday morning from the National Weather Service: This forecast, of course, is subject to change. Should you take any weather-related photos, contribute to Patch by adding them to this article. Just click on one of the green "Upload Photos and Videos" buttons above! And please tell us about troubled spots in the comments section …
Thursday, February 21, 2013
A winter weather advisory has been issued for our area.
Expect freezing rain and ice accumulations of about a tenth of an inch on Friday in the Pittsburgh area. That's the word from the National Weather Service, which issued a winter weather advisory that is in effect on Friday from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. The freezing rain is expected to begin between 6 and 8 a.m. and end between 1 and 3 p.m. The weather service warns of hazardous travel conditions because of ice-covered roads. A winter weather advisory means that freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through Monday morning from the National Weather Service: This forecast, of course, is subject to change. Should you take any weather-related photos, contribute to Patch by adding them to…
Monday, February 11, 2013
The National Weather Service issues the advisory.
You probably noticed this already, but it's windy out there. In fact, it is so windy that the National Weather Service issued a wind advisory that is in effect until 3 a.m. on Tuesday for western Pennsylvania and its surrounding areas. How windy is it? The forecast calls for winds from 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. The strongest winds are expected through 7 p.m. before gradually diminishing through the evening. Scattered tree and power line damage can be expected, the weather service states. Minor property damage is possible with the highest gusts. A wind advisory means that wind gusts greater than 45 mph are expected. Winds that strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. Should you take any weather-…
Friday, February 8, 2013
Here's what the weather looks like through Monday morning.
The National Weather Service is warning that a major winter storm this weekend could severely impact most of the northeastern United States, but the Pittsburgh area looks to be safe. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through Monday morning from the National Weather Service: This forecast, of course, is subject to change. Should you take any weather-related photos, contribute to Patch by adding them to this article. Just click on one of the green "Upload Photos and Videos" buttons above! And please tell us about troubled spots in the comments section below! --- Follow the Baldwin-Whitehall Patch on Facebook and Twitter. Sign up for the (free) daily Baldwin-Whitehall newsletter.
Monday, February 4, 2013
The snow is expected to taper before midnight on Tuesday morning.
It could be a slippery rush hour on Monday. The National Weather Service is predicting that a quick-moving storm will move through western Pennsylvania on Monday afternoon and evening. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through Tuesday afternoon from the National Weather Service: Should you take any weather-related photos, contribute to Patch by adding them to this article. Just click on one of the green "Upload Photos and Videos" buttons above! And please tell us about troubled spots in the comments section below! --- Follow the Baldwin-Whitehall Patch on Facebook and Twitter. Sign up for the daily Baldwin-Whitehall newsletter.
Friday, February 1, 2013
The National Weather Service forecasts hazardous travel conditions.
Two Clipper-type systems will mean lots of snow in western Pennsylvania this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. A winter weather advisory for snow is in effect from 10 a.m. on Saturday to 7 p.m. on Sunday. The weather service forecasts snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches, and those totals could go as high as 6 to 10 inches in higher-ridge elevations. The snow will begin mid-morning Saturday and end Sunday evening, with the heaviest snow coming on Saturday afternoon into midday Sunday, the NWS states on its website. A winter weather advisory for snow means that snowfall will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow-covered roads and limited visibility. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through…
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Snow and rain is predicted.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for the Ohio River in Pittsburgh. The river at The Point is forecast to rise above 18 feet by Thursday evening, which will flood the Monongahela River Parking Wharf. The weather service forecasts the Ohio to crest at around 18.5 feet by early Friday morning and then fall below 18 feet by Friday evening. Here's a look at, roughly, the Baldwin-Whitehall forecast through Sunday night from the National Weather Service: This forecast, of course, is subject to change. Should you take any weather-related photos, contribute to Patch by adding them to this article. Just click on one of the green "Upload Photos and Videos" buttons above! And please tell us about troubled spots in the comments …
NE12Ukid
8:50 am on Thursday, May 16, 2013
We had a few brief light showers in the morning hours, after that it clouded up later and of course the wind was definitely strong yesterday, but nothing as severe as these predictions say. I believe they always err on the side of caution, no one really complains much if the weather turns out to be BETTER than the prediction, but they get all upset if it's WORSE than what was expected. more ›