Philadelphia weather: Snow squalls expected overnight Friday, temps plummet this weekend

A late-night burst of snow will sweep across the Philadelphia area on Friday ahead of an artic cold front that will plummet temperatures into the 20s with brutal wind chills over the weekend.

Philadelphia weather: Snow squalls overnight Friday, temps plummet this weekend
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A late night burst of snow will sweep across the Philadelphia area on Friday ahead of a artic cold front that will nosedive temperatures into the 20s with brutal wind chills over the weekend.

West Philadelphia residents raise concerns over damaged hydrants after snow

West Philadelphia residents have noticed several fire hydrants in poor condition after recent snow and cold weather, causing some to worry that they would work as needed during a fire emergency.

Wildfire smoke pollution linked to more than 24K deaths a year, study finds

Chronic exposure to pollution from wildfires has been linked to tens of thousands of deaths annually in the United States, according to a new study.

Philadelphia snow forecast: Incoming clipper system could produce snow squalls
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Forecasters say a clipper system will sweep through the Philadelphia area overnight Friday, and it could produce periods of snow squalls, including whiteout conditions and intense bursts of snow and wind.

Driving with snow and ice on your car could be illegal: See what happens in PA, NJ and DE

Snow and ice left on a vehicle can block visibility and break loose at highway speeds, putting other drivers at risk. Several states have specific “snow/ice removal" laws, while others rely on broader equipment and visibility rules.

Driving with snow and ice on your car could be illegal: See what happens in NJ, NY and CT

Snow and ice left on a vehicle can block visibility and break loose at highway speeds, putting other drivers at risk. Several states have specific “snow/ice removal" laws, while others rely on broader equipment and visibility rules.

Icy Delaware River causing delays for barges delivering road salt to Philadelphia

As the laborious effort to remove snow and ice from Philadelphia's streets approaches two weeks, city officials say the frozen Delaware River is causing trouble for barges delivering road salt crucial for snow cleanup. 

Weather Authority: Wednesday night forecast
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FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the possible snow squalls to expect this week.

Philadelphia launches same-day work and pay program for snow removal

City officials will launch a same-day work and pay program to speed up snow and ice removal, focusing on ADA curb ramps across Philadelphia.

Philadelphia weather: Clipper system to bring light snow ahead of weekend

Temperatures will creep above freezing on Wednesday to help melt some of the icy snow ahead of another system that will bring minor accumulations this weekend.

2 snow chances in weather this week: What we know
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FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the two chances of snow to expect in weather this week.

Roxborough community, non-profit clear snow to keep elementary kids safe

Roxborough community members and a non-profit organized a snow cleanup to ensure safer routes for Shawmont Elementary School students after parents raised concerns about snow-covered sidewalks forcing children to walk in the street.