Code Orange air quality alert issued for Philadelphia area Saturday, July 18
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) reports improving air quality across most of Pennsylvania, but a Code Orange Air Quality Alert remains in effect for five southeastern counties on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) reports improving air quality across most of Pennsylvania, but a Code Orange Air Quality Alert remains in effect for five southeastern counties on Saturday, July 18, 2026.
Code Purple air alert moves summer camps indoors for kids' safety
Twin Spring Farm Day Camp in Ambler, Pa., moved all activities indoors due to a Code Purple Air Quality Alert caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.
Twin Spring Farm Day Camp in Ambler, Pa., moved all activities indoors due to a Code Purple Air Quality Alert caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires.
Tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings issued for South Jersey area
Meteorologist Scott Williams breaks down severe weather happening in southern New Jersey
Meteorologist Scott Williams breaks down severe weather happening in southern New Jersey
Severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for Ocean, Burlington counties
The National Weather Service has issued Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for parts of Ocean and Burlington Counties in southern New Jersey, with hazards including a possible tornado, quarter-size hail, and damaging winds.
The National Weather Service has issued Tornado and Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for parts of Ocean and Burlington Counties in southern New Jersey, with hazards including a possible tornado, quarter-size hail, and damaging winds.
Code Red issued in Philadelphia: Air Quality Index hits 211
Philadelphia issued a "Code Red" air quality alert Thursday due to Canadian wildfire smoke, with air quality reaching "Very Unhealthy" levels and further warnings in effect for Friday.
Philadelphia issued a "Code Red" air quality alert Thursday due to Canadian wildfire smoke, with air quality reaching "Very Unhealthy" levels and further warnings in effect for Friday.
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.
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.
Argentina, England fans battle heat at Philadelphia FIFA Fan Festival
Fans at Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival endured extreme heat while watching the Argentina vs. England World Cup semifinal, demonstrating strong passion and resilience.
Fans at Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival endured extreme heat while watching the Argentina vs. England World Cup semifinal, demonstrating strong passion and resilience.
Hotter nights are costing you sleep: Here's how much
Hotter nights are making it harder for people around the world to get a good night's sleep. A new analysis reveals which cities are impacted the most.
Hotter nights are making it harder for people around the world to get a good night's sleep. A new analysis reveals which cities are impacted the most.
'This is pretty detrimental': FDR Park vendors seek help after storm in Philadelphia
Recovery efforts continue in Philadelphia following a severe storm, with significant damage reported at FDR Park and surrounding neighborhoods.
Recovery efforts continue in Philadelphia following a severe storm, with significant damage reported at FDR Park and surrounding neighborhoods.
Philadelphia thunderstorm damage: Falling trees crush cars, winds rip off roofs, knock down trees
Heavy downpours moved through the Philadelphia region on Saturday, prompting severe weather alerts and bringing flooding, downed trees and power outages.
Heavy downpours moved through the Philadelphia region on Saturday, prompting severe weather alerts and bringing flooding, downed trees and power outages.
Heavy rain causes widespread flooding in Camden County
Heavy rain caused widespread flooding in Camden County, leading to road closures and ongoing cleanup efforts.
Heavy rain caused widespread flooding in Camden County, leading to road closures and ongoing cleanup efforts.
Victim ID'd in deadly lightning strike at Florida beach that killed 1, hurt 3 others
A man died after being struck by lightning while in the water at Fort Myers Beach, according to authorities. The incident also sent three family members to the hospital.
A man died after being struck by lightning while in the water at Fort Myers Beach, according to authorities. The incident also sent three family members to the hospital.
36 suspected heat-related deaths reported across New Jersey and Philadelphia since July 2
New Jersey and Philadelphia have reported multiple suspected and confirmed heat-related deaths during recent extreme heat events in early July 2026.
New Jersey and Philadelphia have reported multiple suspected and confirmed heat-related deaths during recent extreme heat events in early July 2026.
PECO workers strike enters day 3 as storms knock out power for thousands in Pennsylvania
Severe storms have caused widespread power outages in Pennsylvania, while over a thousand PECO workers remain on strike for a third day, with negotiations ongoing.
Severe storms have caused widespread power outages in Pennsylvania, while over a thousand PECO workers remain on strike for a third day, with negotiations ongoing.
Camden County flooding strands drivers, triggers 40 rescues after heavy rain
Severe flooding impacted Camden County and surrounding areas after a heavy thunderstorm, causing significant damage, road closures, and water rescues.
Severe flooding impacted Camden County and surrounding areas after a heavy thunderstorm, causing significant damage, road closures, and water rescues.
Flash flood warning issued for Philadelphia area and parts of New Jersey
A Flash Flood Warning is in effect until 11:30 PM EDT for the Philadelphia area and parts of New Jersey.
A Flash Flood Warning is in effect until 11:30 PM EDT for the Philadelphia area and parts of New Jersey.
Lake Geneva boat capsized, 3 children dead after storm hits area
Three children died on Geneva Lake after a boat overturned during severe weather that caused "massive damage" across Walworth County on Friday.
Three children died on Geneva Lake after a boat overturned during severe weather that caused "massive damage" across Walworth County on Friday.
Philly families flock to Jersey Shore as heatwave hits 100 degrees
Philadelphia experienced a heatwave with temperatures over 100 degrees, prompting thousands to seek relief at the cooler Jersey Shore.
Philadelphia experienced a heatwave with temperatures over 100 degrees, prompting thousands to seek relief at the cooler Jersey Shore.
Nearly 10,000 affected as Philly cancels Salute to Independence Parade, changes July 4th plans
Philadelphia extended its Heat Health Emergency, leading to the cancellation of the Salute to Independence Parade and changes to other events, while the One Philly Unity Concert for America remains scheduled.
Philadelphia extended its Heat Health Emergency, leading to the cancellation of the Salute to Independence Parade and changes to other events, while the One Philly Unity Concert for America remains scheduled.
Haddonfield Fourth of July parade sees record hot dog contest turnout despite scorching heat
Despite 96-degree temperatures, families packed downtown Haddonfield on Friday for the borough’s annual Fourth of July parade, where a record-setting performance highlighted the popular hot dog eating contest.
Despite 96-degree temperatures, families packed downtown Haddonfield on Friday for the borough’s annual Fourth of July parade, where a record-setting performance highlighted the popular hot dog eating contest.