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Delaware
Explainers
New Jersey
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Philadelphia-area heating costs could rise 9% this winter, but not for everyone

As Americans struggle to afford rising utility bills, many are forced to choose among paying for energy, food and medical care.

3 weeks ago

Robert Rawley next to a rescue boat in West Chester, PA
Outdoors
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

As flooding worsens in the Philly suburbs, water rescues are on the rise. Firefighters are having to adapt — and fast

In Coatesville, firefighters once stripped down to their shirts and shorts for water rescues. Now, they have dry suits in their lockers.

4 weeks ago

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A drop-off at Bethany Beach
Delaware
Environment
Government

Delaware leaders call for more federal funding to help rebuild beach dunes following nor’easter damage

Some beaches saw significant dune loss following the recent nor’easter. However, regular nourishment projects are almost fully federally funded.

4 weeks ago

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Daisy the dog sits in a kayak amid flooding in Ocean City.
Environment
New Jersey

Nor’easter aftermath: Jersey Shore cleanup underway after widespread flooding

In Wildwood, waves breached a beach berm as back bay flooding inundated streets, renewing questions about how to protect the shore.

1 month ago

Roadways are flooded near a building in Atlantic City, New Jersey
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia

‘Not out of the woods’: More flooding possible Monday as rare fall nor’easter continues to hammer the Jersey Shore

Shore towns saw the worst of the storm this weekend. Officials say more flooding may come.

1 month ago

A sign reads
Environment
New Jersey

Nor’easter hits Philadelphia region, bringing high waves, coastal flooding to N.J. and Delaware

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill has issued a state of emergency for eight counties, with some shore towns issuing voluntary evacuation orders.

1 month ago

A person stands and takes photos of houses
Environment
New Jersey
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Gusty winds, dangerous waves, flooding expected along New Jersey, Delaware coast

A powerful nor’easter is expected to push strong winds and high surf along the coast.

1 month ago

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Kids are playing in the water in LOVE Park.
Environment
Philadelphia

Philadelphia sees one of its warmest summers on record

The city’s average temperature tied for the third warmest on record from June through August.

2 months ago

a person sleeping on the sidewalk, under an umbrella
Environment
Homelessness
Philadelphia

Philadelphia should do more to help unhoused people during heat waves, advocates say

In an open letter, a coalition of homeless people, advocates and service providers called for a heat response similar to how the city handles cold.

2 months ago

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a fallen tree on two cars
Economy
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Pennsylvanians whose homes were damaged in July storm can apply for financial assistance

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

3 months ago

People at the Southeast Asian market
Community Events
Food & Drink
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Philly’s Southeast Asian Market bounces back a week after microburst storm destroys inventory

A week after severe storms devastated vendor stands and inventory, the market bounced back and drew in customers.

4 months ago

Tarir Satterfield-Rowe of Camden jogs across a smoke shrouded Ben Franklin Bridge
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Health

Reprieve from wildfire smoke expected to come over the weekend, meteorologists say

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

4 months ago

Philly’s skyline was barely visible due to wildfire smoke
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Health

Philly pools closed, trash pickup canceled due to very unhealthy air

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

4 months ago

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Smoke drifting into Philadelphia
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Wildfire smoke sparks Code Red air quality warning for Pennsylvania

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

4 months ago

Downed tree from microburst in Philadelphia
Environment
Philadelphia

What is a microburst? Philadelphia declares disaster emergency after Saturday storms uproot trees and cause major flooding

No one was hurt, but reported property damage is extensive after a rare summer storm brought 70 mph winds and major flooding.

4 months ago

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