Severe Thunderstorms Spare Western Pennsylvania from Worst

Severe thunderstorms with the potential for hail and isolated tornadoes are likely to miss Western Pennsylvania, including the Pittsburgh region, according to meteorologists. While there is a risk for severe weather this afternoon and evening, the most likely timeframe for severe storms will be between 2pm and 7pm, favoring southeast of Pittsburgh. The meteorologists do not anticipate significant threats of tornadoes or hail in the area, but there may be brief wind gusts that could potentially cause some damage.