Superstorm Sandy Latest

Here is the latest on Sandy...

Path of Sandy.

It is now a "Post Tropical Cyclone" and has max winds of 80 mph about its center. It is expected to make its way into north central PA just to our east where it will hang out for a little bit before moving into NY state. 

As we head overnight we will be experiencing the worst of Sandy.  Winds are expected to be sustained at 20-30 mph with gusts reaching 50 mph.  Rainfall totals overnight will be around 1" to 1.5". So far totals have been under an inch but heavier rain will add to the total tonight. This will lead to flooding and ponding of water in low lying areas as well as power outages and falling trees. 

NW REC power outages.

Penelec Power outages

Many trees have already been reported down around the county and some locations are without power.  Here are the latest power outage maps: 

Meadville airport has reported a wind gust of 43 mph as of 10 PM and winds will only get stronger as the night goes on.  Things will lighten up towards morning however.

Many Erie county schools are closed or operating on a 2 hour delay. No word yet on Crawford County schools.  School closings can be found at WJET-TV. 

As for current advisories...

A Flood Watch Remains In Effect Through Tuesday Evening

and

A High Wind Warning Remains In Effect Until 4 Pm Tuesday.

Stay tuned for more updates.  The worst will occur overnight tonight and rainy
and breezy conditions will continue through at least Thursday.

I'll have wind gust maximums eventually and total rainfall as well. 

Questions...e-mail me at Jordan@CrawfordWeather.com