Philadelphia opens storm recovery centers for those impacted by July 11 severe storms

One week after another round of powerful storms tore through parts of Philadelphia, city, state and nonprofit agencies are coming together to help residents and business owners recover.

Saquon Barkley's home broken into, police investigating

Saquon Barkley and his family were not hurt after their home was broken into early Saturday morning, according to police.

Philadelphia weather: Severe storms, damaging winds and tornadoes possible Saturday
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Severe thunderstorms could bring heavy rain, frequent lightning, damaging wind gusts and possible tornadoes to the Philadelphia region Saturday. Wildfire smoke and poor air quality should gradually improve as rain moves through, with lower humidity and better conditions expected Sunday.

Tracking storms in Philadelphia Saturday
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FOX 29 Meteorologist Scott Williams tracks the storms expected to come to the area Saturday. 

Philadelphia suspends trash pickup Friday, closes pools and spraygrounds due to air quality

Philadelphia officials have issued a Code Purple Air Quality Alert for particulate matter, warning that air is very unhealthy to breathe due to wildfire smoke from Canada.

Shane Gillis to perform in Philadelphia amid Code Purple, 'very unhealthy' air quality

Comedian Shane Gillis is set to perform Friday at Lincoln Financial Field despite ‘very unhealthy’ air quality brought on by smoke from wildfires burning in Canada and Minnesota. 

Philadelphia air quality forecast: When could smoke begin to clear?
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FOX 29's Sue Serio has a look at the forecast and when the smoky conditions creating unhealthy air conditions could finally clear out of the area. 

LIVE Updates: Philadelphia, surrounding areas moved back to Code Red for wildfire smoke
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A Code Purple air quality alert has been issued for Pennsylvania as smoke from wildfires in Canada and Minnesota has worsened over the area Friday, creating 'very unhealthy' conditions.

Air quality alerts and tracking storms in the area
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FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the air quality alerts issued in the area. Plus, we're tracking storms for this weekend. 

Code Purple air quality alert issued in Pennsylvania for Friday, July 17: What we know

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has issued a statewide Code Purple Air Quality Alert for particulate matter (PM2.5) on Friday, July 17, 2026, due to wildfire smoke.

Unidentified man struck and killed on I-76 near Spring Garden exit in Philadelphia

A man was found dead on I-76 east near the Spring Garden Exit after being struck by a vehicle early Thursday, according to the Pennsylvania State Police.

Code Red air quality alert in effect across PA, NJ due to Canadian wildfire smoke

A statewide Code Red air quality alert is in effect across Pennsylvania and New Jersey today as smoke from Canadian wildfires brings unhealthy particle pollution to the region.

Canadian wildfire smoke impacts Philadelphia as heat index nears 100
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Canadian wildfire smoke is lowering visibility and bringing the smell of smoke across the Philadelphia area. FOX 29 says the smoke will affect the region today and tomorrow, with the heaviest concentration expected around the area tonight.  The region is also in its fifth heat wave of the year, with the heat index expected to feel around 100 degrees. Isolated storms are possible later today, with a better chance for showers and thunderstorms Saturday to help break the heat and clear some of the smoke.

Air quality safe after large fire at scrapyard just outside of Philadelphia prompts tests

Officials monitored air quality for potential contaminants after a fire broke out Wednesday at a scrapyard near Philadelphia. Two firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion and a shelter in place was lifted after the fire was brought under control.

Emergency demolition set after vacant West Philadelphia home collapses

A vacant home at 6055 Spruce Street in Philadelphia partially collapsed Wednesday morning, prompting emergency demolition plans and leaving nearby homes still occupied.