Sophia Schmidt

Wildfire smoke is bringing very unhealthy air pollution to the Philadelphia region. Officials say everyone should avoid optional outdoor activities.

Air quality in the Philadelphia region is forecast to be unhealthy for everyone Thursday. Officials advise limiting outdoor activities.

County emergency services said dozens of firefighters responded to a blaze at 3 Industrial Drive, the address of a junkyard owned by EMR.

Nearby residents opposed the project during a tense public meeting Tuesday.

The company runs a facility in Chester that burns household trash, releasing unhealthy air pollution.

The judge’s order comes after City Council rejected a settlement with EMR that would have allowed the site to reopen with conditions.

The settlement would have allowed the company to restart its scrap metal shredder. Residents say they’re left wondering what happens next.

EMR sued Camden after the city suspended the company’s junkyard license following its latest fire.

FIFA put up shade tents, water bottle filling stations and water misters to help fans stay cool at Lemon Hill.

Parade organizers said they were “heartbroken” for thousands of participants who traveled from as far away as Italy to take part.

The dangerous heat is accelerating air conditioner use. Data centers could be directed to use their own backup power.

The Monroe Energy refinery in Trainer processes an average of 185,000 barrels per day, including jet fuel, gasoline and diesel.