Severe Storms Wednesday Bypassed Chatham

Chatham Township and Chatham Borough saw hardly any hint of a tornado Wednesday, despite a tornado warning by the National Weather Service.

The NWS issued the warning for all of Morris County effective through 5:45 p.m. last night, according to a Nixie alert released by the .

"It rained very lightly, and that was it," said John Pacelli, the director of the township's . "It seems to have been isolated to Morristown and headed east."

Pacelli said he had received no reports of any damage in the township.

As of Thursday morning, the NWS predicted a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms until 8 p.m., and more on Friday.

"This time of year, there's always the chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon," Pacelli said.

Pacelli said residents should listen for the public service comments during a storm and follow any recommendations during any severe weather.

Bob Venezia of the Chatham Borough Department of Public Works was not immediately available for comment.