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That heavy shower delivered an inch of rain. The deficit is being chipped away at but the lake level is still 10 or so feet lower than normal summer pool.

Take it with the grain of salt because it is Google AI but I went ahead and asked the question, did evasive insects have any impact on power outages in central pennsylvania, from this last storm, and this what it found for me. Yes, invasive insects significantly contributed to the extent of the power outages across Central Pennsylvania. While severe winds and heavy rain from the storms were the direct cause of the downed lines, many of the trees and large branches that failed were already weakened or killed by invasive pests, making them highly susceptible to snapping Unitil. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5] Several key factors link invasive insects to the power outages: Emerald Ash Borer: This invasive beetle has killed millions of ash trees across Pennsylvania Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov). These dead, brittle trees easily topple onto power lines during severe wind events. [1, 2, 3] Spotted Lanternfly: These insects feed on the sap of various hardwoods, excreting honeydew that leads to tree-killing black sooty mold Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov). [1, 2, 3, 4] Gypsy Moth: Long a pest in the region, repeated defoliation by gypsy moths starves trees, leaving them vulnerable to both disease and high winds Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (.gov). [1, 2] Utility companies and foresters note that trees damaged by these insects decay from the inside out, creating major structural weaknesses Unitil. As a result, even winds that a healthy tree might withstand are enough to bring down these compromised trees onto the electrical grid. For continuous updates on power restoration efforts in your area, please consult your local provider like FirstEnergy.

never easy to clear this type of setup out, low level clouds always linger longer, but much more sun breaking through.

Another sunny day and 81F. Hasn’t rained in days. Feels like a different planet from SNE.

You caught up in a hurry. Heaviest of the day right now in southborough.

Looks like today really saved the event from a bust back home Closing in on 2.5 at a local PWS.

I received .15 but there is a report east of New Hope of 1.18". A friend driving thru that area said ditches were full.

600 dm ridge as far north as MN, wow.

One TS from a broken line just brought me approaching 1/2” over the last ~30 minutes with it lightening up now. This is the first measurable rain so far this month for where I live as the big Tybee TS that I experienced late Sunday afternoon missed my home to the E. Yesterday, it appeared I was going to get decent rain but it fell apart before I could get anything more than a T.

1.58” at a local Davis. The wind is fun

72-73..Southeast did well with snow. What happened in NY Metro was either supression or just not enough cold air when precip arrived. Tons of rainstorms. 97-98 was similar

1.45" but more to my north, south, east, and west

Not that there's not any, but with as much tree damage that has happened throughout the area.I would expect to see a lot more soffits , siding and shingles removed.

Actually, I may be putting more blame on the insects than I initially had thought. Diving around today, I am really noticing the amount of tree damage compared to the amount of home damage is quite disproportionate. I think this storm really showcased the impact evasive insects can have. Even though many of the trees may not be showing damage on the outside the last several years of growth for many trees has been compromised buy insects such as the spotted and lantern fly hindering uptake.

Kingston getting croaked per usual

Coverage expanding into Nova earlier than expected it seems. Thought it would not be till after 5-6.

Soakage. Good for the soul

Jesus when is it going to stop raining? I thought it was supposed to be done by now.

Yep, we've been lucky this June/July. Odd, cause in the past this is one of the areas where the storms would seem to skirt around us.

I can help with that.

Not quite the bullseye this storm, we received an additional 1.5" mostly overnight last night. Total July to date : 3.6" Not too shabby but Falls River (err, Falls Lake) has a long way to go.

Giga Nino

At least it’s windy with the rain flying off the leaves. Nothing worse when it’s pouring and the GD canopy keeps it from soaking underneath.

Of course right after I posted that it starts absolutely pouring down here.

Hey personally while I love sustained cold, don't have to have it. The snow is the bigger thing for me. I just don't want a 72-73 or 97-98 1.2" snow total...it seems super niños are boom or bust where I am.