Philadelphia weather: Storm system floods roadways, knocks power out during rush hour

Philadelphia weather: Storm system floods roadways, knocks power out during rush hour

Hitting right during the evening ride home, drenching wind and gusty winds blew through the region, flooding roadways and knocking out power for more than 7,500 customers.

Hitting right during the evening ride home, drenching wind and gusty winds blew through the region, flooding roadways and knocking out power for more than 7,500 customers.

Storms ravage Delaware County, toppling trees, taking out power
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Storms ravage Delaware County, toppling trees, taking out power

An early evening potent storm system blew through the region, dumping copious amounts of rain. At the height of the storm, winds were gusting up to 50 mph, bringing down trees and power lines.

An early evening potent storm system blew through the region, dumping copious amounts of rain. At the height of the storm, winds were gusting up to 50 mph, bringing down trees and power lines.

Flooding rains, damaging winds hit during rush hour wreaking havoc for drivers
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Flooding rains, damaging winds hit during rush hour wreaking havoc for drivers

March looked to be coming in like a lion as a cold front moved across the area, bringing with it heavy rain and damaging winds, which soaked the roadways and brought down trees and power lines.

March looked to be coming in like a lion as a cold front moved across the area, bringing with it heavy rain and damaging winds, which soaked the roadways and brought down trees and power lines.

Commuters face heavy rain, gusty winds as they head home
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Commuters face heavy rain, gusty winds as they head home

A potent storm system makes its way across the region during rush hour, bringing heavy, drenching rain and strong gusty winds.

A potent storm system makes its way across the region during rush hour, bringing heavy, drenching rain and strong gusty winds.

US stops sharing global air quality data, raising concerns among scientists

US stops sharing global air quality data, raising concerns among scientists

The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.

The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.

Alaska avalanche claims 3 backcountry skiers amid dangerous conditions

Alaska avalanche claims 3 backcountry skiers amid dangerous conditions

Avalanche danger remains considerable at Turnagain Pass, where this avalanche occurred about 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Three backcountry skiers are believed to be buried in 40 to 100 feet of snow.

Avalanche danger remains considerable at Turnagain Pass, where this avalanche occurred about 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Three backcountry skiers are believed to be buried in 40 to 100 feet of snow.

Weather Authority: Heavy rain, possible severe weather ahead on Wednesday

Weather Authority: Heavy rain, possible severe weather ahead on Wednesday

Forecasters are warning of a mighty midweek storm that could bring heavy downpours and possible thunderstorms to some areas on Wednesday.

Forecasters are warning of a mighty midweek storm that could bring heavy downpours and possible thunderstorms to some areas on Wednesday.

Weather Authority: Monday 10 p.m. forecast
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Weather Authority: Monday 10 p.m. forecast

FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the temperatures to come this week, plus, a severe weather threat. Watch!

FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down the temperatures to come this week, plus, a severe weather threat. Watch!

Weather Authority: Sunday night forecast
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Weather Authority: Sunday night forecast

FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down temperatures and the potential chances for precipitation in the area this week.

FOX 29 Meteorologist Kathy Orr breaks down temperatures and the potential chances for precipitation in the area this week.

Wildfire burns in South Jersey, as wind gusts carry smoke for miles

Wildfire burns in South Jersey, as wind gusts carry smoke for miles

A wildfire began was burning in Fort Mott State Park Saturday afternoon, sending fire crews into thick, black smoke in order to wrestle the situation under control.

A wildfire began was burning in Fort Mott State Park Saturday afternoon, sending fire crews into thick, black smoke in order to wrestle the situation under control.