Weather
A huge winter storm brings icy temperatures and snow to a majority of Americans
More than 200 million people were under some form of winter weather advisory or warning on Friday, the National Weather Service said.
2 years ago
A massive winter storm is sweeping across the U.S., making holiday travel dangerous
Nationwide, thousands of flights were canceled or delayed. In some places, temperatures dropped more than 30 degrees in an hour.
2 years ago
Here’s how to best prepare for winter driving — and what to keep in your car
Here are some actions drivers can take to better protect themselves and their families in winter storms, which can turn deadly for vulnerable people, per preparedness experts.
2 years ago
Weather conditions across the U.S. mean bomb cyclones are possible. What are they?
Regions across the U.S. are expected to get record low temperatures, wind chills and heavy snow, which could make for dangerous conditions for travel and simply being outside.
2 years ago
Winter Weather Advisory issued for parts of Delaware Valley
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect until 11 a.m. for western Chester, upper Montgomery and upper Bucks counties.
2 years ago
Forecast predicts Philly’s coldest Christmas Eve-Christmas Day since 1989
And the below-freezing temps won’t even come with snow.
2 years ago
3 dead in Louisiana as US storm spawns Southern tornadoes
Authorities say three people are dead in Louisiana and several others have been hurt as a destructive storm system has kicked up tornadoes in the South.
2 years ago
Tracking a wintry mix tomorrow for Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware
AccuWeather says we have another chilly day before tomorrow's storm threatens to bring an icy mix for some during the morning commute.
2 years ago
Many questions on $52B storm protection plan in N.Y., N.J.
People are asking questions about a storm protection proposal for New York and New Jersey that would be among the most massive and costly flood control projects ever done.
2 years ago
Results of Philly’s citizen science heat mapping study expected this spring
The study is expected to inform solutions to keep Philadelphians safe from dangerous heat waves made worse by climate change.
2 years ago
Tropical Storm Isaias damaged hundreds of homes in Philly. In low-lying Eastwick, residents are still recovering.
2 years ago
Listen 4:45The Science of Extreme Weather
Hurricanes. Tornadoes. Blizzards. Flooding. Over the past 20 years, we’ve seen a staggering increase in extreme weather events, res ...
Air Date: November 11, 2022
Listen 48:21It could be a rainy start to the weekend, as remnants of Hurricane Nicole sweep into Philly
Heavy rain and winds are possible for the Philadelphia metro Friday as remnants of Hurricane Nicole are expected to sweep through the area.
2 years ago
After nearly two months, a drought watch has been lifted for much of the Philadelphia area
After a fairly dry summer, strong rains from the remnants of Hurricane Ian have helped restore Philly-area reservoirs, leading to an end of the drought watch.
2 years ago
Amid rising seas, Atlantic City has no plans for retreat
Atlantic City is one of the poorest and most densely populated parts of the N.J. coastline. But city leaders have no plans to buy and demolish homes in flood-prone areas.
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