Narrow line of strong storms for western PA, prompting an Impact Day
By Jill Szwed
Published on April 18, 2026.
A narrow line of strong storms is expected to occur across western PA, prompting an Impact Day. The system is moving towards western PA and will move towards the eastern part of the state, with strong winds, large hails, and severe weather warnings. The main threats will be from around 3:00 and 7:00 this evening, with a line of SCATTERED STORMS expected to march across the area. Temperatures are expected to reach the 80s, but temperatures will remain in the 50s until Monday before temperatures begin to moderate. The impact of this system will be felt throughout the day, with gusts, severe weather conditions expected. The NFL Draft will begin on Thursday, leading up to the start of the NFL D draft.
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