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BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service Partners-Blair County and Surrounding Areas, May 8, 2021. Warren-McKean-Potter-Elk-Cameron-Northern Clinton-Clearfield-Northern Centre-Southern Centre-Cambria-Blair-Huntingdon-Mifflin- Juniata-Somerset-Bedford-Fulton-Franklin-Tioga-Northern Lycoming-Sullivan-Southern Clinton-Southern Lycoming-Union-Snyder-Montour-Northumberland-Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-Cumberland-Adams-York-Lancaster-... 1211 PM EDT Sat May 8 2021 ...SMALL HAIL POSSIBLE THIS AFTERNOON... Scattered to numerous showers will impact central Pennsylvania this afternoon, tied to a strong upper air disturbance. Some of the stronger cells will likely produce small hail, a brief wind gust to around 35 mph, and perhaps a few rumbles of thunder. Showers should begin to diminish in coverage after about 6 pm. For more information go to https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=57054826 Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service Partners-Blair County and Surrounding Areas-Friday, April 30, 2021. Sustained northwest winds 20 to 30 mph and wind gusts 45 to 55 mph will batter Central Pennsylvania today and tonight. A few gusts over 60 mph are possible. Winds will ramp up around midday, peak this afternoon and evening, and then gradually taper off overnight. Temperatures will dip below freezing in the northwest mountains and Laurel Highlands early Saturday morn...ing. High Wind Watch upgraded to a High Wind Warning. Wind Advisory issued for majority of Central PA counties. For more information,view online at https://www.weather.gov/media/ctp/Briefing/briefing.pdf. You can also find additional weather information at https://www.weather.gov/ctp/briefing or https://www.weather.gov/ctp/selfbrief. Reminder, if heavy winds cause power outages, call your power supplier to report outages. Do not touch downed wires. Call 911 to report downed power lines. Use caution while driving in windy conditions. Remain indoors, away from windows. https://www.weather.gov/mlb/seasonal_wind_rules. Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

BLAIR PA ALERT: WE CAN DO THIS How do COVID-19 vaccines work? COVID-19 vaccines teach our bodies to fight the virus that causes COVID-19 without us having to get the illness. Learn more: https://www.cdc.gov//vaccines/different/how-they-work.html The COVID-19 vaccines in use or in testing in the United States cannot give you COVID-19 because they do not use the live virus that causes COVID-19. You may have side effects like a sore arm or fever after you get a vaccine. This ...is normal and a sign that your immune system is learning how to recognize and fight the COVID-19 virus. Get the facts: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavir/2019-ncov/vaccines/facts.html Learn more at https://www.cdc.gov/ and https://www.pa.gov/covid/ https://wecandothis.forsmarshgroup.com//HHS_Preparing_the_ Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service Partners-Blair County and Surrounding Areas, Friday, March 26, 2021 Gusty winds will ramp up before daybreak on Friday and continue throughout the day. Gusts approaching 60mph are expected in the Laurel Highlands with widespread gusts in excess of 40mph elsewhere in Central PA. Strong winds may result in broken limbs, downed trees, and power outages. High Wind Warning issued for the Laurel Highlands; Wind Advisory issued for the res...t of Central PA. HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 6 PM EDT FRIDAY. WHAT-Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE-Cambria, Blair, Somerset, and Bedford Counties. WHEN-From 6 AM to 6 PM EDT Friday. IMPACTS-Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS-People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. Do not go near downed power lines. Report downed lines to 911. Report power outages to your electric provider. For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind. The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web at weather.gov/ctp. For more information, view online at https://www.weather.gov/media/ctp/Briefing/briefing.pdf. You can also find additional weather information at https://www.weather.gov/ctp/briefing or https://www.weather.gov/ctp/selfbrief. Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

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BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service Partners for Blair County and Surrounding Areas WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO NOON EST MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2020 ... * WHAT...Northwest winds averaging 15 to 25 mph with some gusts between 45 and to 50 mph expected.... * WHERE...Portions of central Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 6 AM to noon EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists in high profile vehicles could experience difficult driving conditions, especially portions of Interstates 81 and 99 where the wind direction will be nearly perpendicular to the road, creating a strong crosswind. View more information online at https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=51358479. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Secure outdoor objects. For high wind safety information, visit weather.gov/wind. If you are without power, call your electric provider. The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web at weather.gov/ctp. Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service Partners - Blair County and Surrounding Areas October 29-30, 2020 Steady rain will arrive before daybreak Thursday and continue into early Friday morning. Rainfall accumulations of 1-3" will be beneficial for the drought-stricken region. Poor drainage from leaf debris may make local flooding a possibility, but already existing dry conditions will limit overall flood potential. Rain will likely change to snow before ending over the mou...ntains of northern Pennsylvania Thursday night. Snowfall accumulations of less than 1 inch are expected. Impacts from snowfall will be minimal. For more information, view online at https://www.weather.gov/media/ctp/Briefing/briefing.pdf. You can also find additional weather information at https://www.weather.gov/ctp/BriefingPage or https://www.weather.gov/ctp/selfbrief. Do not drive into flooded roadways. Remember-Turn around, don't drown. Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

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Hoagie pickup today from 4-5 pm. $12 for a 22 inch hoagie

Don’t forget our Hoagie Sale Today! Pickup for preorders starts at 4pm. We will have a limited number of hoagies available on a first come basis- $12 for a 22inch American Hoagie!

BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 9 AM EDT MONDAY * WHAT...Temperatures in the low to mid 30s will result in frost... formation. * WHERE...Portions of central Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Frost could kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take steps now to protect tender plants and vegetation from the cold. Potted plants should be brought inside. For more information go to https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=50414224. The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web at weather.gov/ctp. Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

BLAIR PA ALERT: National Weather Service FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 9 AM EDT SUNDAY, September 20, 2020 * WHAT...Temperatures between 34 and 37 degrees and nearly calm... wind will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Portions of central Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could damage sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take steps now to protect tender plants and vegetation from the cold. Potted plants should be brought inside. View online at https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=50386884. The latest forecast information can be found on the NWS State College Facebook page and Twitter @NWSStateCollege, or on the web at weather.gov/ctp. Blair County Department of Emergency Services-CF

Last call for Hoagie orders!

Get your Hoagie orders in! Orders are due Monday 9/14. Pickup is Thursday 9/24.