Flash floods can be deadly. Here are some tips for staying safe
Pay attention to emergency alerts, don’t drive into floodwaters, and get to higher ground if possible.
1 year ago
Biden touts offshore wind at Philly Shipyard, opens door for turbines in Gulf of Mexico
President Biden visited Philly to stump for new clean energy jobs in the region. He says a new vessel built at the Philly Shipyard will employ about 1,000 people.
1 year ago
Emergency management officials plan to use 13 libraries and 21 rec centers as cooling centers this summer.
1 year ago
Climate scientists say extreme rain behind deadly Bucks County flood is becoming more frequent
The storm behind the deadly Bucks County flood dumped about a month’s worth of rain in two hours. It’s the sort of deluge scientists say climate change could make more common.
1 year ago
Pa. extends Code Orange for Philly area as wildfires fuel poor air quality
Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.
1 year ago
Environmental org creates tool to help municipalities regulate warehouse development
A model ordinance released by PennFuture aims to limit impacts like truck traffic and increased stormwater runoff.
1 year ago
Philly exhibit highlights how art can move the needle in public perception of climate change
A recent study shows fine art can more effectively communicate climate change than data visualization.
1 year ago
Philly’s summer has been wetter than normal. So what’s with the drought watch?
Drought declarations are not just based on rain. They also consider soil moisture, stream flow, and groundwater, which tends to lag behind rain.
1 year ago
Code Orange declared for Philly area due to poor air quality
Under a Code Orange, air quality may be unhealthy for vulnerable groups such as children, people with asthma, people with heart or lung disease, and older adults.
1 year ago
Pa. declares Code Red due to poor air quality from Canadian wildfires
Under a Code Red, air pollution concentrations are considered unhealthy for the general population and outdoor activity should be avoided.
1 year ago
‘Replace fossil fuels’: Climate activists target PECO’s next power purchase plan
Every four years, PECO makes a plan to buy electricity for its customers. Climate activists want the utility to do something different the next time around.
1 year ago
Air quality alerts remain in effect across Philly area due to Canadian wildfires
City departments in Philadelphia are urged to allow employees who can work indoors to do so. Public pools will also be closed for the day.
1 year ago
Philly declares Code Red due to poor air quality from Canadian wildfires
Wildfires continue to rage across Canada, with hundreds burning and more than half out of control.
1 year ago
Will climate change force the future of nuclear energy to look smaller and more mobile?
A new microreactor being developed at the Idaho National Laboratory will be small enough to put on a tractor trailer and nimble enough to send to a disaster site.
1 year ago
Listen 8:05Delaware lawmakers want state to assess offshore wind potential
The legislation would direct DNREC to evaluate the potential benefits and roadblocks of offshore wind.
1 year ago
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