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Heavy, wet snow falls on Moorestown, N.J.
New Jersey
Philadelphia

Photo essay: The Philly region sees its first real snowfall

The snow drought in the Philadelphia area finally came to an end after 715 days.

1 year ago

Sledders flock to Stokes Hill in Moorestown.
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Streets & Roads

Philly officials advise caution as snow emergency expires: ‘Pack your patience’

A Code Blue remains in effect due to frigid temperatures.

1 year ago

A person walking in Love Park in Philadelphia in the snow
Environment
Explainers

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

Public safety officials and experts say there are multiple ways people can prepare themselves to avoid these winter weather hazards and keep themselves safe.

1 year ago

Dog curled up in a shelter
Animals
Environment
6abc

ACCT rescues dozens of abandoned pets as frigid temps spread through Philadelphia region

Little 'Johnnie Depp' and 'Hammer' are two dogs the ACCT recently rescued from the cold following a citizens' alert.

1 year ago

A city trash truck outfitted with a plow rolls down Cumberland Street
Outdoors
Philadelphia
6abc

Snow is accumulating in the Philly region. Here’s the latest forecast

The area's first measurable amount of snowfall in nearly two years came earlier this week. Now it's time for round two.

1 year ago

Pipes parts
Environment
Housing

How to keep pipes from freezing in cold weather and what to do if your pipes freeze

Pipes frozen? Follow these tips on how to prevent your pipes from freezing when the temperature drops — and what to do if your pipes freeze.

1 year ago

Snowy streets are seen in Philadelphia
Philadelphia
Public Safety
6abc

Snow made worse by sub-freezing temps across Delaware Valley

Air temperatures will be in the teens first thing Wednesday morning, but wind chills will be in the single digits.

1 year ago

A person crossing the street in front of Philadelphia City Hall with snow on the ground.
New Jersey
Philadelphia
Public Safety
Streets & Roads
Travel

Snow cleanup underway in Philly region after long drought

Highway agencies around the region are working to remove the snow and ice from the roadways to keep them passable for drivers.

1 year ago

A person crosses South Broad Street during a winter storm in Philadelphia
Philadelphia

Philadelphia area breaks nearly 2-year drought with over 1 inch of snow

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the entire region through 1 p.m. Tuesday.

1 year ago

tents in the train station concourse
Homelessness
Philadelphia
Public Safety
6abc

Philadelphia officials declare Code Blue to help homeless population as freezing temps roll in

During Code Blue, city officials implement 24-hour outreach to find people living on the street and transport them to indoor spaces.

1 year ago

Overflowing river floods Kelly Drive.
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Philadelphia region braces for second round of storms bringing rain, flooding and strong winds

The region is expected to face another round of strong wind and rain, as well as tidal flooding.

1 year ago

Water flooding Kelly Drive
Energy
Environment
Pennsylvania

PECO preparing for round two of power outages

The utility has restored power for all but about 2,000 customers from Tuesday’s storms. Extra crews remain active in case of a repeat tonight.

1 year ago

Cars drove through standing water onto Spring Garden Street in Philadelphia after a storm brought heavy rain to the region and the Delaware River overflowed onto the road on December 18, 2023. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Government
Philadelphia
Streets & Roads
Billy Penn

Flood damage in Philly? City emergency planners want to hear from you.

Heavy rains and high winds wreaked havoc on some areas Tuesday night. Here’s how to report your storm damage to the city.

1 year ago

Kelly Drive flooded.
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Public Safety

Cleanup underway after flooding, heavy winds hit Philly region

Up to 3 inches of water fell on portions of the region, with wind gusts of 60 mph recorded at the Jersey Shore.

1 year ago

Flooding on Columbus Blvd.
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Public Safety

Severe wind, rain and flooding expected in Philly region; ‘Hunker down,’ officials say

Several rivers are expected to see moderate to major flooding, and wind speeds could reach 65 miles per hour along the Jersey and Delaware coasts.

1 year ago

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