Crime & Safety
Rectory Of Pennsylvania Church Catches Fire Due To Lightning As Severe Weather Hit Philadelphia Region
In Center City, the storms sent people running for cover, but some enjoyed the relief on another day of extreme heat in the Delaware Valley.

July 8, 2025
The cleanup is underway after destructive storms hit the Philadelphia region on Tuesday night.
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Tuesday evening's storms came and went in a flash, but not before leaving their mark with heavy rain, high-speed winds, lightning and the threat of tornadoes and flash floods.
In Center City, the storms sent people running for cover, but some enjoyed the relief on another day of extreme heat in the Delaware Valley.
Find out what's happening in Philadelphiafor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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