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Philadelphia Parks and Recreation uses equipment to clear snow
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6abc

More snow on the way for Philadelphia region? What to know about possible storm this weekend

As of Thursday, the latest model guidance for the Philadelphia region depicts a glancing blow late Saturday into Sunday afternoon.

1 month ago

water drips from a faucet
Infrastructure
Philadelphia

Philadelphians urged to prevent frozen pipes as temperatures continue to drop

Pipes are at greater risk of freezing and bursting as low temperatures remain for consecutive days.

1 month ago

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Snow plows on the street during a snowstorm
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Billy Penn

Concerns remain as snow and ice linger in Philly neighborhoods

The residual snow has left several areas – including parts of Fishtown and South Philly – unplowed. We looked into why.

1 month ago

Kevin Gallagher shoveling snow from the sidewalk in front of his home during a snowstorm
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philly’s snow emergency continues as the city digs itself out of slush and a deep freeze

After its biggest snowstorm in a decade, Philadelphia remains under a snow emergency with bitter cold expected to last all week.

1 month ago

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People sled on Philadelphia Art Museum steps by the Rocky statue during a winter storm in Philadelphia, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026.
Philadelphia
Billy Penn

The weird, wild and wonderful ways Philadelphians enjoyed the weekend’s snowstorm

Over nine inches of snow, sleet and freezing rain couldn’t stop many from having a good time in the frigid temperatures.

1 month ago

People cross a snow covered street in the aftermath of a winter storm in Philadelphia, Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Philadelphia snow updates: City emergency lifted; 3 die while shoveling in Pa.; latest storm impact

Bitter temps will linger across Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware this week. Here’s everything you need to know.

1 month ago

A resident gets a hand out of the snow in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood on Jan. 25, 2026.
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia

The surprising tie between global warming and heavy snow in the Philly region

Winter is still the fastest-warming season on the East Coast. “You're always going to see variable weather patterns,” one expert said.

1 month ago

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A resident uses a snowblower to clear the sidewalk in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood on Jan. 25, 2026.
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Philly sees its biggest snowstorm in 10 years as bitter temperatures promise to keep slushy conditions around for days

A major winter storm dumped over 9 inches of snow in Philadelphia before turning to sleet and freezing rain. Subfreezing temps are predicted all week.

1 month ago

Snow plows on the street during a snowstorm
Environment
Outdoors
Philadelphia

Snow emergency remains in effect for Philadelphia as winter storm makes an icy turn

The Philly area expects at least 10 inches of snow. Crews are battling the snow and preparing for an expected transition to sleet and freezing rain.

1 month ago

An aerial view of East Montgomery Avenue in Fishtown is blanketed with snow on Jan. 25, 2026.
Delaware
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Photos: Snow blankets the Philadelphia region in first major storm of 2026

Here's how the winter storm and its aftermath have unfolded, in photos.

1 month ago

Cooper the dog enjoys the snow in Fishtown, Philadelphia, Jan. 25, 2026
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

Philadelphia snow updates: Sleet takes center stage; latest snowfall totals

Significant snow accumulations are impacting Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. Here’s everything you need to know.

1 month ago

children sledding down a snowy hill
New Jersey
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Some do’s and don’ts to avoid injury in a snowstorm, according to Philly-area doctors

Snowstorms and extreme cold can increase risks for heart attacks, respiratory complications, back injuries, hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning.

1 month ago

A city trash truck outfitted with a plow rolls down Cumberland Street
Outdoors
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Streets & Roads

Philly snowstorm: Who to call for which emergencies, from downed trees to power lines and more

Plus: Where to look for updates on road closures and transit service.

1 month ago

Trees covered with snow in Old City Philadelphia
Energy
Environment
Philadelphia

Philadelphia region prepares for an expected major winter weather event

The storm could blanket the region with snow and ice and impact transportation services for a day or more.

1 month ago

A man works to turn his snow-clearing machine
Delaware
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philadelphia snow updates: Latest forecast; NJ Transit suspensions; heavy snow and ice to blanket region

Here’s what to know about this weekend’s storm, from the forecast and weather advisories to travel impacts and more.

1 month ago

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