Storm Tracker Forecast: Friday Evening

Today’s Top Stories: September 17, 2026

Each night, JET Action News will be bringing you the top stories of the day from around northwest Pennsylvania for you to catch up on what’s going on in your community! Click the links below to learn more! Erie neighbors get relief from Team Rubicon volunteers A national disaster response organization touched down in Erie […]

Rain, rain, and more rain! Detailing multiple chances for showers ahead

It’ll be a damp seven days ahead, though with a couple of exceptions. The first chance for rain showers comes today, as a stationary front will linger right over our area. While the best chance for rain came and went this morning, a few more light showers and drizzles could move through this afternoon, especially for folks south of Youngstown. Highs will approach 80°, with summerlike humidity still sticking around. With partly cloudy skies, lows overnight will dip into the low 60s.

Pennsylvania’s Chilliest Day Since Spring—Tuesday Highs Only 50s to Low 60s in Erie, Scranton, State College, Pittsburgh as Astronomical Fall Arrives

HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA — Well, this is something. Model guidance this morning is showing some genuinely cooler weather heading Pennsylvania’s way, with an early look at afternoon temperatures for Tuesday, September 22, valid 2:00 p.m. EDT, showing many areas stuck in the 50s and low 60s. This will probably be the coldest day across the state since early May, and it arrives right on cue: Tuesday marks the first day of astronomical fall, so Mother Nature is joining right in.

Erie Cemetery receiving donations as storm cleanup is expected to take weeks

The historic Erie Cemetery remains closed to the public after severe storms hit the city of Erie earlier this month, causing widespread property damage. High winds knocked down at least 200 trees across the grounds and damaged at least 100 headstones, according to the Erie Cemetery Association. Serving as the...

Today’s Top Stories: September 16, 2026

Each night, JET Action News will be bringing you the top stories of the day from around northwest Pennsylvania for you to catch up on what’s going on in your community! Click the links below to learn more!. Erie Multi-Agency Resource Center opening for storm relief. State and local...

Erie Crews Begin Hauling Away Tree Debris Left by Pre-Labor Day Storm

The massive piles of tree branches and logs that have lined Erie streets since a powerful storm hit just before Labor Day weekend are finally starting to disappear. Crews with the City of Erie Public Works Department have begun a neighborhood-by-neighborhood effort to collect storm debris piled in front of homes.

City of Erie Releases Neighborhood Storm Cleanup Schedule

The City of Erie Department of Public Works has announced a neighborhood-based tree-limb removal schedule as crews continue recovery efforts following the recent severe storm. Residents are urged to place storm-related tree limbs in piles between the curb and sidewalk and ensure streets are clear of parked vehicles on scheduled collection days to allow crews safe access to debris.

Flash Flood Warning Covers Armstrong and Butler Counties in Western Pennsylvania as Heavy Storms Bring an Inch of Rain Possible Before 9:15 P.m.

PITTSBURGH, PA — A flash flood warning is in effect for parts of western Pennsylvania as scattered rain and gusty storms move through the region this afternoon and evening. Forecasters say flooding is the main threat, with some areas able to see dangerous runoff after as little as an inch of rain in an hour.

City of Erie Crews Begin Storm Debris Cleanup

Crews from the City of Erie are moving through neighborhoods to clear limbs left behind by recent storms. The Department of Public Works will follow a neighborhood-by-neighborhood schedule for limb removal. Residents should place storm-related tree limbs in piles between the curb and sidewalk. The city is also asking residents...

Your Money: Storm repair issues to look out for

Now, approaching two weeks since what some have labeled as the most damaging thunderstorm for Erie in the last century, many area residents are still dealing with cleanup and damage repairs. In light of these efforts, we had Bob Lafaro from the Lafaro Insurance Agency in our studio to discuss issues to watch for when […]

UPDATE: Severe Weather Risk Upgraded for Most of WNY

Widely scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop across Western New York Sunday afternoon and evening ahead of a cold front, with isolated severe storms possible. The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center has the entire region under a marginal severe weather risk, with isolated damaging wind gusts and large hail as the primary risk. Forecasters say thunderstorms may also produce torrential rainfall, but flood risk will be limited.

Rep. Mike Kelly meets with Erie leaders about storm damage funding

Following the devastating severe weather that rolled through Erie earlier this month, Congressman Mike Kelly is exploring the potential of securing federal funding to help with costs of damage. Congressman Kelly met with environmental experts on Saturday on technology that could help mitigate severe weather by utilizing cold, deep ocean water to combat rising ocean […]

Warren County 7-Day Forecast for Sept. 14, 2026

WARREN, Pa. – This is the 7-day weather forecast for Warren County as of Monday, Sept. 14, 2026. Monday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 70. North wind 3 to 5 mph. Monday Night: Patchy fog after 2am. Otherwise, mostly clear, with a low around 46. Calm wind. Tuesday:...

Fall-like temperatures in the forecast Monday

After a bright morning, showers and thunderstorms moved through the region. A cold front passing through, with the help of upper-level troughing, led to several severe thunderstorms. With these thunderstorms came strong winds and hail. Additionally, many places saw up to an inch of rain. This includes parts of Trumbull, Mercer, Columbiana, and Lawrence counties. Parts of Mercer County were under a flash flood warning.

Sisters of St. Joseph hosting farmers market for damaged headstones

The Sisters of Saint Joseph Neighborhood Network are lending a helping hand to families impacted by the horrific storm on September 3. The Erie Cemetery was among the properties that sustained severe damage. The straight-line winds from the storm not only uprooted trees but also damaged grave markers of those resting in the cemetery. The […]

GoFundMe Pages Launched for Those Affected by Erie Storms

On September 2 severe weather swept the Erie area leaving many without power and damaged property. Several are now without a home due to the extensive damage. GoFundMe has released three pages for several residents in the community who have been affected by the storm. Amirah and Benita lost their...