Weather
Code Orange declared for Philly area 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.
3 years ago
Heat, storms and fire risk: Fourth of July weather is nothing to celebrate
Dangerous heat and elevated risks of wildfires are present in parts of the West, with climate change and El Niño both playing a role.
3 years ago
NWS issues severe thunderstorm watch in Del., NJ, Pa.
Storms Sunday will be capable of producing damaging wind gusts up to 70 mph, hail and flooding downpours.
3 years ago
Here are 5 tips to help you stay safe and cool in extreme heat
Summer is barely underway, but temperatures in the U.S. are already reaching levels dangerous to human health.
3 years ago
Pa. declares Code Red due to poor air quality from Canadian wildfires
Under a Code Red, air pollution concentrations are considered unhealthy for the general population and outdoor activity should be avoided.
3 years ago
Wildfire smoke drives traditional summer camp activities indoors
Many camps in the Midwest and the East have been moving activities indoors, seeking advice from medical professionals and hoping the air quality improves soon.
3 years ago
Expect a hot, smoky summer in much of America. Here’s why you’d better get used to it
Between the 235 out-of-control Canadian wildfires and unstable weather patterns responsible for these meteorological mishaps, climate relief will be few and far in between.
3 years ago
Air quality alerts remain in effect across Philly area due to Canadian wildfires
City departments in Philadelphia are urged to allow employees who can work indoors to do so. Public pools will also be closed for the day.
3 years ago
Global heat waves show climate change and El Niño are a bad combo
Scientists say worsening heat waves have a clear link to climate change. This year, a seasonal El Niño pattern will also be adding fuel to the fire.
3 years ago
Philly declares Code Red due to poor air quality from Canadian wildfires
Wildfires continue to rage across Canada, with hundreds burning and more than half out of control.
3 years ago
Delays, cancellations fluctuate at Philadelphia International Airport due to inclement weather
The number of delays and cancellations at the Philadelphia International Airport are continuing to fluctuate Tuesday after weather disruptions began Monday.
3 years ago
Weather forecast: Munch of area under Severe Thunderstorm Watch
A severe thunderstorm alert has been issued for the threat of severe storms this monday afternoon, lasting well into the evening.
3 years ago
Tropical Storm Bret is making its way toward various eastern Caribbean islands
The storm is moving at 21 mph, with maximum wind speeds of 40 mph, according to the National Hurricane Center.
3 years ago
Statewide drought watch declared in Pennsylvania, residents asked to voluntarily conserve water
Residents and businesses in the state are being asked to reduce their nonessential water use by 5% to 10%.
3 years ago
Tornado Warning issued for parts of Delaware Valley
At 11:32 a.m., severe thunderstorms capable of producing both tornadoes and extensive straight line wind damage were located over West Chester, moving east at 40 mph.
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