Flooding Possible As Powerful Mother's Day Weekend Storm Approaches Philly Area

EASTERN PA — Updated rain totals and flood risks have been released by forecasters as the greater Philadelphia region braces for a multi-day weather event over Mother's Day weekend.

Up to three inches of rain is now expected in the region, with heavy rain anticipated throughout the Friday and Friday night into Saturday. according to the National Weather Service.

Coastal flooding is possible all along the Delaware River and its immediate tributaries in the region, with the weather service issuing a "minor" to a "moderate" risk.

The flooding risk could linger into early next week, according to forecasters. "Widespread minor coastal flooding is forecast around the times of high tide from Saturday night through Sunday night," the National Weather Service said.

In areas where rain is intense, other localized flooding could also impact the area.

Wind gusts could also reach the upper 30s in southeastern Pennsylvania. "Tree damage and power outages are possible," the National Weather Service said.

Check out the full forecast below:

Friday

Rain. High near 60. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Friday night

Rain. The rain could be heavy at times. Low around 49. East wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.

Saturday

Rain. High near 52. Breezy, with a northeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Saturday Night

Rain. Low around 44. Breezy, with a northeast wind around 20 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.

Sunday

Rain likely, mainly before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 52. Northeast wind around 15 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Sunday Night

A slight chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 44. Chance of precipitation is 20%.