Weather
What Philly’s Fourth of July heat wave reveals about climate change
Scientists say rising temperatures and intense storms will become more likely because of human-caused climate change.
2 hours ago
A new high-water rescue vehicle was pressed into service after more than 4 inches of rain fell within one hour.
4 days ago
New Jersey heat wave: 29 people died amid dangerous temps, officials say
Many of the victims lived in homes without air conditioning, according to state officials.
5 days ago
Philly-area heat wave could push electricity demand to record levels
The dangerous heat is accelerating air conditioner use. Data centers could be directed to use their own backup power.
1 week ago
Philadelphia heat wave: City emergency in effect amid ‘dangerous’ conditions. Here’s what to know
“This is not the kind of heat event we see every year,” the National Weather Service reported, adding it may be the hottest period the region has experienced since 2011.
2 weeks ago
Forecasters cite ‘dangerous’ conditions as heat scorches Midwest while on its way to the East
Norristown, Pennsylvania, 20 miles (32 kilometers) from Philadelphia, canceled a Saturday parade because of the weather.
2 weeks ago
Dangerous heat and a few thunderstorms are possible around Philadelphia on the Fourth of July
Feels-like temperatures could reach as high as 110 degrees Wednesday through Friday. Storms could dampen July Fourth fireworks shows.
2 weeks ago
Humans cause almost all of the state’s wildfires. Climate change is making them worse.
3 weeks ago
Philadelphia had its 3rd-warmest spring on record. A hotter-than-normal summer could be coming
Amid a backdrop of steadily rising temperatures, the city's average from March through May tied a record set in 1921.
3 weeks ago
Climate shifts may be impacting the wine you drink from New Jersey vineyards
Wineries say there is still wine available now, but growers are working to protect future vintages as climate shifts reshape New Jersey agriculture.
2 months ago
NOAA is rolling out an experimental tool to help emergency planners predict extreme rain events in 60 cities, including Philadelphia and Dover, Delaware.
2 months ago
Listen 1:08New Jersey drought warning persists into summer months as residents are urged to conserve water
Despite a snowy winter, New Jersey has not seen enough precipitation to bring streams and groundwater sources back to normal levels.
2 months ago
Listen 1:07An initial assessment by the state Department of Agriculture finds at least $300 million in crop losses reported by farmers.
2 months ago
57 Philadelphia schools go virtual Wednesday due to May heat wave
Dozens of Philly public school buildings lack sufficient air conditioning. The record-breaking heat is forcing students to learn from home.
2 months ago
Early heat wave in Philadelphia region sparks concerns about heat-related illness
Heat is the top weather-related cause of death in the U.S.
2 months ago
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