Outdoors
More snow coming to the Philadelphia region? The storm is shifting east. Here’s what that means
A coating of snow is possible in places like Dover, Delaware, and Millville, New Jersey, and eastward to the coast Saturday night into Sunday morning.
1 month ago
Concerns remain as snow and ice linger in Philly neighborhoods
The residual snow has left several areas – including parts of Fishtown and South Philly – unplowed. We looked into why.
1 month ago
Philly’s snow emergency continues as the city digs itself out of slush and a deep freeze
After its biggest snowstorm in a decade, Philadelphia remains under a snow emergency with bitter cold expected to last all week.
1 month ago
Listen 1:04The surprising tie between global warming and heavy snow in the Philly region
Winter is still the fastest-warming season on the East Coast. “You're always going to see variable weather patterns,” one expert said.
1 month ago
Listen 0:52A major winter storm dumped over 9 inches of snow in Philadelphia before turning to sleet and freezing rain. Subfreezing temps are predicted all week.
1 month ago
Snow emergency remains in effect for Philadelphia as winter storm makes an icy turn
The Philly area expects at least 10 inches of snow. Crews are battling the snow and preparing for an expected transition to sleet and freezing rain.
1 month ago
Some do’s and don’ts to avoid injury in a snowstorm, according to Philly-area doctors
Snowstorms and extreme cold can increase risks for heart attacks, respiratory complications, back injuries, hypothermia and carbon monoxide poisoning.
1 month ago
Philly snowstorm: Who to call for which emergencies, from downed trees to power lines and more
Plus: Where to look for updates on road closures and transit service.
1 month ago
An assistant commissioner says the department has plenty of road salt and brine, and that 3,400 plow and salt trucks are ready to roll.
1 month ago
Listen 1:05Don’t forget pets when preparing for winter’s cold. Here’s what experts recommend
As a potential snowstorm threatens to blanket the Philadelphia region and beyond, here are some tips to keep pets safe in the cold.
1 month ago
A major winter storm is likely to hit the region this weekend, bringing anywhere from 8 to 18 inches of snow.
1 month ago
New Jersey finalizes higher elevation standards for the shore
The new rules require development in coastal flood zones to be elevated 4 feet higher to account for future sea level rise.
1 month ago
Listen 0:54Reddit and everyday conversations are abuzz with a huge snowstorm this weekend. Is it really happening?
1 month ago
‘Strawberries to collard greens’: The Original American Foundation grows free food in Kingsessing
Founders of the Original American Foundation say their goals are to lower food costs for neighbors and prevent gentrification.
1 month ago
Listen 0:55Horticultural Society teases the roots of the upcoming Philadelphia Flower Show
“Rooted: The Origins of American Gardening” opens Feb. 28.
2 months ago
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