July 4th concertgoers evacuated from Ben Franklin Parkway due to storms

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Concertgoers attending the July 4th festivities in Philadelphia were being told to evacuate the Ben Franklin Parkway as the city remains under a severe thunderstorm warning.

The One Philly: Unity Concert for America had been underway for several hours when the crowd was ordered to leave.

The Severe Thunderstorm Warning remains in effect for Philadelphia until 10:30 p.m.

The city said that the show is stopped until further notice, and next steps would be communicated as soon as possible.

Social media posts from the Office of Emergency Management urged people to seek shelter:

Residents and visitors are encouraged toto sign up for event updates by texting AMERICA to 888-777.

For the latest forecast, visit 6abc.com/Weather.

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