
Environment
4 tornadoes touch down in New Jersey: National Weather Service
The National Weather Service confirmed Sunday that tornadoes hit Cinnaminson, Jackson Township, and Howell Township, New Jersey.
2 years ago
Tornado confirmed in Sussex County, Delaware; 1 dead in house collapse
Delaware state police say there is "widespread damage" in the western part of the county.
2 years ago
The Justice Department adds to suits against Norfolk Southern over the Ohio derailment
The federal government is accusing Norfolk Southern of "unlawfully polluting" the country's waterways and violating the Clean Water Act in the accident near East Palestine.
2 years ago
Pennsylvania lags behind other states in luring microchip, EV factories
Georgia, Kansas, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas have all made billion-dollar pledges for a microchip or EV plant.
2 years ago
Opponents of New Jersey’s warehouse sprawl to network and form alliance
The Green Garden State Alliance will host an event Sunday where opponents of warehouse sprawl will trade strategy and information.
2 years ago
During a chemical spill, Philly was unable to switch water sources. Here’s why that matters
The contamination threat is the latest in a series of disasters that underscore the need for infrastructure investments.
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Philly officials say the water is safe. How do we know that?
More than 100 samples of water have been taken in 12 locations in the river, outside the plant, and in the raw water storage basin.
2 years ago
7 victims killed in West Reading chocolate factory explosion identified
Autopsies preliminarily revealed that all seven died of blast injuries. The following victims have been identified by the Berks County Coroner's Office.
2 years ago
A short history of (the many) recent environmental mishaps along the Delaware River
Events like the Bucks County chemical spill are relatively frequent, as notable spikes amid the regular churn of water pollution.
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Pa. House Speaker, a Poker Champ on Quitting, Tick Season
Pa. House Speaker Joanna McClinton talks about her new leadership role, a former professional poker player shares quitting advice, and beware - ticks are out again.
Air Date: March 29, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:03Philly tap water still safe to drink and ‘will not be impacted’ by chemical spill, city says
Philadelphia officials gave the all-clear Tuesday, after analyzing over 100 samples of water they feared could be affected by a chemical spill.
2 years ago
Listen 0:54Philadelphia restaurant owners grapple with water contamination concerns, wish for clearer messaging
“Without the pandemic it probably would’ve been a bigger shock.”
2 years ago
Ep. 1: Safe Drinking Water, Delaware River Chemical Spill
Tap water in Philly is now safe to drink through Wednesday. Cherri and Avi also look at the top stories in the rest of the region.
Air Date: March 28, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 45:30Philly tap water safe to drink until at least Wednesday night
Officials say the city’s tap water is safe to drink until at least 11:59 p.m. Wednesday. They expect the contamination to clear by Thursday.
2 years ago
Listen 1:12Bottled water frenzy: Scenes from Philly stores after the city’s warning about drinking from the tap
Sunday afternoon brought a mad rush for H2O.
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