Weather
How a week of weather extremes upended the lives of millions of Americans
Scientists say the week’s extreme weather is one of the hallmarks of climate change.
3 days ago
Incarcerated people are fighting California wildfires in long-running and controversial practice
California has turned to incarcerated firefighters since 1915. To those opposed to the use of prisoners as firefighters, the system is seen as exploitative.
4 days ago
How Philly-area residents can help those affected by the California wildfires
California wildfires have killed at least 11 people and burned thousands of structures. Here are a few ways to help the victims.
4 days ago
Trenton Water Works customers advised to save water as ice builds up in Delaware River
Trenton Water Works recently spent $9 million to prevent water intake blockages, and a design flaw is likely to blame.
5 days ago
More snow expected in Philadelphia Saturday
The Philly area will be graced with another round of snow this weekend, although likely not at the levels seen earlier in the week.
5 days ago
What to know about thousands of evacuations and homes burned in Los Angeles area fires
At least 24 people have been killed and thousands of structures have been destroyed in the most destructive fire in Los Angeles history.
6 days ago
Winter storm ‘main show’ over in Philly region, but more snow expected; Delaware sees 10+ inches
Though the worst of the storm ended late Monday, Tuesday morning commuters in parts of Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware can expect slippery roads and blowing snow.
1 week ago
A winter storm will drop up to 4 inches of snow across the Philly area Monday. Here’s what to know
More snow is in the forecast for parts of South Jersey and Delaware.
1 week ago
A storm will bring heavy snow and dangerous ice from the Plains to the East Coast
The first significant winter storm of the year will impact 62 million people starting Saturday afternoon and continuing into Monday.
1 week ago
2024 tied for Philly’s warmest year on record
Since 2020, Philly has consistently had one of its top 10 warmest years on record.
2 weeks ago
Study: Climate change boosted wind speeds in 2024 Atlantic hurricanes
New research from Climate Central shows record-breaking ocean temperatures helped spin hurricanes faster, creating more destructive wind speeds.
2 months ago
Recent rainfall not enough to pull Philly region out of drought, climatologists say
The region faces about a 10-inch deficit in rainfall. Three to four inches of rain a month are typical during the winter.
2 months ago
Forecasts warn of possible winter storms across U.S. during Thanksgiving week
The East Coast will be the most impacted on Thanksgiving and Black Friday, forecasters said.
2 months ago
Blizzard or winter storm warnings were in effect Saturday from parts of the Northeast to central Appalachia.
2 months ago
Human waste has been detected in Southern Delaware waterways. Home septic systems may be to blame
Homeowners are not required to inspect their septic systems until they sell their home, meaning deteriorating systems could go unnoticed.
2 months ago
Listen 1:14