Good morning, Reading.

A sinkhole with two holes has opened along Cornell Street in Lower Alsace, limiting parking options for local drivers.

City crews — expected to inspect the site later — are monitoring the situation.

A loud noon thunderstorm left nearly 2,000 Met-Ed customers without power & caused flash flooding, fallen trees, and blocked roads in Reading and nearby townships, while emergency calls rise as a severe weather watch holds until 8 p.m.

Mavis Tire Express will acquire Pep Boys for $700 million in cash to expand its network and serve more customers in Pennsylvania, including 13 regional locations in Berks County.

The deal is expected to finalize in the coming months and Pep Boys will continue operating under its brand name.

Flood watches remain active in parts of PA and NJ amid heavy rains—flash flooding is possible in low-lying areas until Wednesday afternoon and evening.

Residents in affected areas such as Berks, Monroe, and Schuylkill counties should monitor forecasts and prepare for rising water levels.

The Reading Planning Commission has tabled a preliminary plan for North Reading Plaza shopping center (156,000 sqft) as it reviews developer Alan Shuman’s proposal and plans next steps at upcoming meetings.

The Reading Area Water Authority ordered mandatory water conservation for customers in North Heidelberg Township and the Bernville area, requiring a 15% reduction in water use (due to low well levels and lack of rainfall).

Authorities will lift restrictions when conditions improve.

Alex McFarlane made his Phillies debut on July 22 with a scoreless inning against the Dodgers and is set to pitch for the Lehigh Valley IronPigs this week as he continues his comeback from Tommy John surgery.

Brit Floyd Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Santander Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the world’s premier Pink Floyd tribute band performing classic hits in an authentic style.