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A person crossing the street in front of Philadelphia City Hall with snow on the ground.
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Snow, sleet and ice will hit the Philly region Friday. Here’s what to know

A Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect through 10 a.m. Saturday. New Jersey, meanwhile, has declared a State of Emergency in all 21 counties.

2 weeks ago

a skyline view of Philly with snow
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Safety

After first major snow of the season, Philly hunkers down for dangerously cold and icy conditions

While the snow has passed, high winds and below-freezing temps will create potentially dangerous conditions the next few days.

4 weeks ago

Phil Murphy speaks
New Jersey
Outdoors
Public Safety

New Jersey under state of emergency Friday due to propane shortage

The shortage was caused by a power outage at a propane distribution plant in Marcus Hook, Pennsylvania.

4 weeks ago

Residents leaving Black River, Jamaica with a damaged bridge behind them
Environment
International
Public Safety

How Philadelphians can support Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

Donation sites have been popping up across Philadelphia. Batteries, flashlights and tarps are among the items needed most.

2 months ago

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A person stands and takes photos of houses
Environment
New Jersey
Public Safety
6abc

Jersey Shore braces for potentially highest water levels in decade as nor’easter delivers final blow

People across the Philadelphia area are dealing with wet and windy conditions from the coastal storm.

3 months ago

Contents of a mini go-bag
Environment
Explainers
Public Safety

The Philadelphia region faces hurricanes, floods and house fires. Here’s how to pack a go-bag

Packing a go-bag ahead of time can help your family during an evacuation.

3 months ago

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Acting Gov. Tahesha Way
New Jersey
Outdoors
Public Safety
6abc

New Jersey declares State of Emergency as storm moves up the coast

The nor'easter is expected to hit Sunday and continue into Monday.

3 months ago

Boathouse basement flooded
PlanPhilly
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia

‘Everything was floating’: Flooding of FDR Park’s boathouse destroys nonprofit’s equipment

The nonprofit Discovery Pathways says equipment, including life jackets, boat paddles, fishing rods, kayak seats and power tools, was damaged.

4 months ago

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Excessive damage to beach houses is part of Super Storm Sandy devastation. (Photo/John Rob)
Environment
New Jersey

As flood risks grow, New Jersey promotes awareness and mitigation plans

New Jersey has launched a flood awareness campaign to prepare residents for rising risks, and is highlighting initiatives that protect ecosystems and boost coastal resilience.

4 months ago

Hurricane Erin
Delaware
Environment
New Jersey

New Jersey under state of emergency as Erin brings flood warnings to Jersey Shore and Delaware coast

The storm is heading away from the Mid-Atlantic coast, but is bringing high winds, big waves and coastal flooding.

5 months ago

Hurricane Erin
New Jersey
Outdoors
Public Safety
6abc

New Jersey officials warn swimmers about rip currents caused by Hurricane Erin

While Hurricane Erin is not expected to make landfall in New Jersey, the storm is generating large waves and powerful rip currents.

5 months ago

Children cooling off in a public fountain in LOVE Park
Delaware
Environment
New Jersey
Pennsylvania

Feel sticky this summer? That’s because it’s been record muggy in the Eastern U.S.

In June and July, Philadelphia had 29 days where the highest dew point simmered to at least 75 degrees. Meteorologists say that's more than uncomfortable.

5 months ago

Philadelphia City Hall in Philadelphia, Monday, Feb. 6, 2023.
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Heavy rain pummels the East Coast and sparks isolated flash flooding

Airports in Philadelphia, New Jersey and New York reported flight delays and cancellations, and Amtrak officials said high water stopped trains between Philly and Wilmington.

5 months ago

File photo: Newark, New Jersey skyline at dawn, March 18, 2018.
Environment
New Jersey
Outdoors

New Jersey offers grants to tackle the urban heat island effect

New Jersey’s temperatures are rising at a faster rate than many other states. The state is offering grants to communities to prepare for climate change–related heat waves.

6 months ago

Kelly Drive in Philadelphia flooded
Environment
Law
National

Pa., Del. and N.J. sue Trump’s FEMA over end of grant program that helps states prevent flooding

The funding would have helped reduce flooding in Lewes, Delaware, and Philly neighborhoods, as well as strengthened a dam in Hunterdon County, New Jersey.

6 months ago

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