"So far, the storm has followed the approximate path taken by the Gale of 1878. a storm that later caused extensive damage in the Middle Atlantic states. As it rushed past Cape May, N.J., winds reached 84 mph. Ocean water came inland, almost severing escape routes to the mainland. On the morning of Oct. 23, 1878, hundreds of buildings were blown down in Philadelphia, with 50 churches losing their spires. The Schuylkill River bridge just east of what is now 30th Street Station (serving Amtrak and SEPTA) was washed away. Wind speeds that day still hold the number 1 spot in Philadelphia's records."
Yep - I could see riots in Philly if the election weren't cancelled ...