WHYY News Climate Desk

The July 11 microbursts knocked out power, downed trees, flooded streets and basements and damaged cars and buildings.

Biologists in New Jersey and Delaware spotted more red knot birds this year, but levels remain significantly lower than before the 2000s.

Three species of shark use New Jersey’s coastal salt marshes as nurseries — the sandbar shark, the smooth dogfish and the sand tiger shark.

Plymouth Township Council is speaking out after the developer of a proposed data center in Conshohocken challenged its zoning ordinance.

One worker sustained life-threatening injuries and was in “critical, but stable condition” Tuesday, a county spokesperson said.

About 1 in 4 Pennsylvania families report difficulty paying their energy costs. One in 20 are carrying an average of $1,200 in utility debt.

Rainfall and a change in wind direction are expected to push the smoky air away from Philadelphia.

N95 masks are designed to filter out the particles released during wildfires.

Wildfire smoke is bringing very unhealthy air pollution to the Philadelphia region. Officials say everyone should avoid optional outdoor activities.

The incident occurred during repairs of pollution control equipment at the refinery.

Tiny particulate matter from wildfire smoke can cause respiratory problems.

Air quality in the Philadelphia region is forecast to be unhealthy for everyone Thursday. Officials advise limiting outdoor activities.

About three out of four U.S. residents say they want their elected officials to pass laws that tackle climate change.

Nearby residents opposed the project during a tense public meeting Tuesday.

Scientists say rising temperatures and intense storms will become more likely because of human-caused climate change.