AccuWeather Alert: Flash flood and severe weather threat for the Philadelphia region | LIVE RADAR

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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A Tornado Watch is in effect for much of the Philadelphia region Tuesday evening due to possible severe storms.

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Downpours and storms could develop at any time today with intense rainfall and even gusty winds.

Downpours and storms could develop at any time today with intense rainfall and even gusty winds.

TODAY: The most active day this week with unsettled weather possible at any point of the day. Tropical humidity will fuel our biggest risk of flooding downpours.

A severe weather risk exists too, which is slightly elevated south of the city. Other than intense rainfall, damaging wind gusts and a brief tornado are possible. High 79.

A Flood Watch is in effect for parts of the region.

TONIGHT: Lingering storms, plenty of clouds. Staying very humid. Low 69.

WEDNESDAY: A few breaks of sun with pop-ups in the afternoon. High of 81.

THURSDAY: A mix of sun and clouds; an isolated shower or storm can't be ruled out, high 81.

FRIDAY: A brighter day, pick of the week, high 86.

SATURDAY: A nice start to August with partly sunny skies, high 88.

SUNDAY: Watching for the chance of late-day storms, high 87.

MONDAY: Mix of sun and clouds, isolated storm. High 88.

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