Severe Storms Cause Damage in Wilmington, Delaware, and South Jersey: Recap and Updates

Severe Storms Cause Damage in Wilmington, Delaware, and South Jersey: Recap and Updates

Severe storms hit the region on Tuesday night, causing damage in Wilmington, Delaware, and parts of South Jersey. Gloucester County in South Jersey experienced downed trees, power outages, and collapsed structures due to the storm. In Mantua Township, two residents were briefly trapped when a tree fell on their home, but it is unclear if they were injured. A tornado warning was issued for Burlington County, but there were no immediate reports of a tornado touchdown or damage. The storm also disrupted a Bruno Mars concert in South Philadelphia, leading to a temporary evacuation of concertgoers. Gloucester County officials are advising residents to stay home as cleanup and damage assessment continue. Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported as of Tuesday night.