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Storm leaves path of damage in Woodstown, New Jersey

Crews worked though Saturday night and all day Sunday to remove the downed poles and replace them with new ones.

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How can kids stay safe if they play outside in extreme heat?

Small children can be especially at risk in the heat, but experts say they can still play safely — if grownups follow a few guidelines.

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Some Philly neighborhoods can be up to 12 degrees hotter due to the built environment, new study shows

A new analysis by Climate Central estimates the impact of elements of the built environment — like dark roofs and parking lots — on temperatures.

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Flash flooding damages bridge, leads to road closure in Chester County

Officials will spend Wednesday assessing damage in Chester County after powerful storms rolled through Tuesday evening.

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Philly is under a Heat Health Emergency due to ‘oppressive’ temps

Thirty-two libraries and rec centers will have extended hours through Saturday so people can cool off. Utility shutoffs will be paused as well.

2 years ago

Andres Matamoros wipes the sweat from his face while selling fresh fruit and cold coconuts from his roadside stand on June 28, 2023, in Houston. Nearly 400 daily maximum temperature records fell in the South in June and the first half of July, most of them in Texas
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El Niño will likely continue into early 2024, driving even more hot weather

El Niño is warming up the water in the Pacific Ocean. That extra heat affects the whole planet, and has helped drive record-breaking hot weather.

2 years ago

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Energy
Environment

Your air conditioner isn’t built for this heat. 5 tips can boost performance

With much of the country in the grips of a massive heat wave, many people who have air conditioners in their homes are running them overtime.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Philly expands cooling centers for next heat emergency, focusing on libraries and rec centers instead of buses

Emergency management officials plan to use 13 libraries and 21 rec centers as cooling centers this summer.

2 years ago

A roadblock is seen as crews search for a a pair of missing children swept away after weekend rains, Monday, July 17, 2023, in Washington Crossing, in Upper Makefield Township, Pa.
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Climate scientists say extreme rain behind deadly Bucks County flood is becoming more frequent

The storm behind the deadly Bucks County flood dumped about a month’s worth of rain in two hours. It’s the sort of deluge scientists say climate change could make more common.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
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Pa. extends Code Orange for Philly area as wildfires fuel poor air quality

Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.

2 years ago

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5 people killed, 2 children missing after flash floods in Upper Makefield Twp.

"I want Bucks County to know that we are here with you,” said Pa. Gov. Josh Shapiro.

2 years ago

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Thunderstorms and downpours to create flash flooding problems

Thunderstorms and downpours will create flash flooding problems today and some severe weather.

2 years ago

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Environment
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Last month was the hottest June ever recorded on Earth

June 2023 was the hottest June on record, going back to 1850. And forecasters expect more records to fall as El Niño exacerbates human-caused climate change.

2 years ago

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Philadelphia
Public Health

Philly and its suburbs are under a Code Orange due to poor air quality

Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.

2 years ago

Haze blankets Philadelphia due to Canadian wildfires on June 29, 2023.
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Pennsylvania
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Code Orange declared for Philly, suburbs due to poor air quality

Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.

2 years ago

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