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Firefly Music Festival Evacuated Grounds Saturday

DOVER, Del. (WJZ) -- A large outdoor music festival evacuated its grounds in Delaware after severe storms rolled through the area Saturday.

The Firefly Music Festival, which is being held at The Woodlands in Dover, Del., announced via its Twitter page that concertgoers should evacuate the grounds and seek shelter.

"Severe weather is heading our way. If at The Woodlands, clear the festival grounds, head towards the exit & seek shelter in your vehicles," concert officials tweeted. "Campers, please take down all pop-up tents, poles, and canopies at your campsite."

The music festival which began Thursday night is expecting 90,000 people to attend.

To get the latest information, concertgoers can receive alerts from the Firefly app or click here. You can also follow them on Twitter @LiveAtFirefly

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