
Weather
Stressed out about climate change? 4 ways to tackle both the feelings and the issues
Heat waves, drought, massive storms. The bad news just keeps coming and there's no denying these issues are anxiety-provoking. If you feel that way, you're not alone.
3 years ago
Hurricane season may be off to a slow start, but experts say major storms are ahead in the region
One year after remnants of Ida brought devastating floods to the region, no major tropical storms have hit the Delaware Valley. But experts still expect a busy season.
3 years ago
One year since Ida: How the remnants of a hurricane still leave Pa. residents paying the price
It has been one year since the remnants of Hurricane Ida battered Philadelphia, Montgomery, Chester, Delaware, and Bucks counties with historic rainfall and strong winds.
3 years ago
Listen 4:34Philly and its suburbs are officially under a Drought Watch
The declaration means residents should work to conserve 5% to 10% of water usage per day.
3 years ago
Dangerous heat predicted to hit 3 times more often in future
What's considered officially “dangerous heat” in coming decades will likely hit much of the world at least three times more often as climate change worsens.
3 years ago
Philly’s ‘Heatline’ is seeing an increase in demand amid dangerous heat
The city’s Corporation for Aging says calls to its “Heatline” are up 48% over this time last year.
3 years ago
Drought Watch issued for entire state of New Jersey; residents urged to reduce water use
If conditions do not improve, officials say a declaration of a drought warning or a drought emergency may be necessary.
3 years ago
Philadelphia issues Heat Health Emergency for Monday and Tuesday
High temperatures and humidity are expected to create dangerous conditions in Philadelphia on Monday and Tuesday.
3 years ago
Storms ground US air travelers as airlines cancel flights
Thunderstorms on the East Coast are causing travel headaches for tens of thousands of airline passengers. Airlines canceled about 1,400 flights in the U.S. by Friday evening.
3 years ago
How to protect the people you care about from extreme heat
Heat waves can take a toll on our health, and some people are especially vulnerable. But you can do a lot to look out for those who are at higher risk of heat-related illness.
3 years ago
Philly citizen scientists gather heat and air quality data in hopes of a ‘more livable’ city
Philly is one of 14 cities and counties across the country chosen by a federal agency to collect heat data this summer, in an annual citizen science project.
3 years ago
Listen 4:01Philadelphia health experts urge caution amid extreme heat
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for certain portions of the Philadelphia region from Thursday into Friday evening.
3 years ago
Floods are becoming more common due to climate change. Do you know your risk?
Climate change means more rain and higher seas, which adds up to more flooded homes. Even a small amount of water indoors can cost a lot.
3 years ago
National Weather Service issues Heat Advisory for Philadelphia area
The National Weather Service issues a Heat Advisory for the Philadelphia area. Temperatures are expected to reach over 100 degrees to end the week.
3 years ago
Philadelphia braces for another wave of heat as precipitation levels fall below average
The Philadelphia metro area usually sees around four inches of rain per year during July. This year, however, the region received barely more than two inches.
3 years ago