Philly Storms Leave Widespread Damage | Rochester News

Rochester News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 12, 2026 · 1m

Philly took a brutal hit from microbursts Saturday—violent, localized wind bursts that tore through neighborhoods, snapping trees, snapping power lines, and even collapsing buildings, sending bricks flying and crushing cars. Mayor Cherelle Parker hit the ground running, declaring a disaster emergency and rallying every level of government to restore order. Eleven Philly Housing Authority units suffered roof and water damage, but all residents were safely evacuated and housed. One private home also needed evacuation. This wasn’t just Philly’s storm—it was part of a nationwide weather chaos…