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Pittsburgh-Area Tornado Watch Issued; Flooding Possible As Well

The weather forecast hardly suggests appropriate conditions for a barbecue.

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PITTSBURGH, PA — A tornado watch has been issued Western Pennsylvania and parts of New York, Ohio and West Virginia.

The tornado watch is in effect until 9 p.m.

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A flash flood watch also is in effect through late tonight for the region with heavy rain expected.

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

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Other than that, the weather is fine.

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