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Urban Planning

Philadelphia Water Department celebrates improved waterways in Manayunk

The Philadelphia Water Department restored water flow from the Schuylkill River to the Manayunk Canal.

2 weeks ago

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Science

A Pennsylvania fracking report had 8 recommendations. 5 years later, few have been implemented

In 2020, Josh Shapiro, then Pa.'s AG, released a landmark report with recommendations on regulating fracking. Advocates say he has done little to advance them.

2 weeks ago

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Weather

How Philly communities and city government are tackling climate-driven flooding

Three takeaways from a panel moderated by WHYY’s Maiken Scott about flooding in Germantown and beyond.

2 weeks ago

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Weather

SEPTA says heat wave precautions could mean schedule delays

Extreme heat could impact rail infrastructure. SEPTA says it slows down trains to prevent failures.

2 weeks ago

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Weather

1 more sizzling hot day for the eastern U.S. before temperatures plunge 30 degrees

An air mass drawing on cool ocean waters will send temperatures plummeting by the end of the week in Philly, which hit a record high of 101 degrees Fahrenheit on Tuesday.

2 weeks ago

Workers carry boxes in a warehouse
Health

As Philly region sees record temperatures, report shows heat illness and health risks among indoor service workers is widespread

Surveyed workers report experiencing headaches, fatigue, nausea, confusion and even seizures when indoor temperatures regularly reach 80 degrees or above.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:37
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Science

Delaware City Refinery receives violation for toxic emissions incident in March

The violation is separate from an incident in May that led to sulfur dioxide emissions, but involved the same pollution control device.

2 weeks ago

Listen 1:14
The 2,460-square-foot Francis Lederer Pool is part of a $4 million Rebuild project that includes a sprayground and artwork by Carin Mincemoyer. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Studio 2
Urban Planning

Extreme heat: Solutions for cities dealing with high temperatures

Our region is under an “extreme heat warning” with temperatures in Philly expected to reach 100 degrees for the first time in over a decade. Why do cities feel even hotter?

Air Date: June 24, 2025 12:00 pm

Listen 46:06
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Weather

Philadelphia region faces record-breaking temperatures

Temperatures in the area could hit 100 degrees Tuesday for the first time since 2012.

2 weeks ago

The Philadelphia skyline.
Weather

Thousands of PECO customers still without power as dangerous heat wave intensifies

PECO is working to fix outages from last week’s storm. But thousands of customers are without power for A/C as temperatures soar.

2 weeks ago

A line of tanks at a PFAS treatment plant in Stanton, Delaware
Science

Veolia removes toxic PFAS chemicals from drinking water in New Castle County, Delaware

Veolia’s plant in Stanton previously detected PFAS levels above federal regulations.

3 weeks ago

Listen 1:46
A person walkng down the street with an umbrella to get out of the sun
Weather

Philly cooling centers open, water shut-offs pause Sunday for dangerous heat wave

The National Weather Services is predicting a high temperature of 97 degrees Sunday, with the heat index expected to be above 100 degrees.

3 weeks ago

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Weather

Montgomery County issues Code Red Hot Weather Emergency for next week. Here’s what to know

Residents can access cooling centers in Norristown and Pottstown during the heat emergency.

3 weeks ago

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Science

It’s Pa.’s spotted lanternfly season. Here’s what researchers know and want you to do

More than a decade after the spotted lanternfly landed in Berks County, Pa. researchers are learning more about what eats them, and what makes them thrive.

3 weeks ago

Construction workers labor in the hot sun on June 19, 2025. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Weather

Philly will be hit by a high heat and humidity wave. Here’s what to expect and how to stay safe

The heat index will soar above 100 degrees early next week. Older adults, people with heart issues and those without A/C are at highest risk.

3 weeks ago

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