How much snow has fallen today? Totals around Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley
The Delaware Valley is only a few hours into what could be its biggest winter storm in a decade and between 2-4 inches of snow have already fallen in spots around the region.
Philadelphia could get close to a foot of snow by the time the storm is over, and parts of South Jersey, the Lehigh Valley and Berks County could get up to 14 inches.
Here's a look at snow totals from around the region so far.
Note: These totals are preliminary and will be updated.
Pennsylvania
- Chadds Ford Township: 5 in.
- District Township: 3.3 in.
- East Natmeal: 4.6 in.
- Mertztown: 3.2 in.
- New Hanover: 3 in.
- Philadelphia: 2.3 in.
- Pocono: 3.5 in
- Reading: 3 in.
- Spring Township: 4.5 in.
- Willow Grove: 2.5 in.
New Jersey
- Atlantic City: 2.2 in.
- Cape May: 5 in.
- Little Egg Harbor: 4 in.
- Mount Laurel: 3 in.
Delaware
- New Castle: 2.9 in.
- Magnolia: 4.2 in.
- Woodside: 4 in.
How much snow is expected in the Delaware Valley?
The heaviest snow will continue to fall through around lunchtime Sunday. Areas north of the city will continue to see snow, and spots in South Jersey and along the shore will start to see the changeover to sleet and freezing rain.
Around Philadelphia, snow totals between 8 and 10 inches are expected before precipitation changes over to a wintry mix, with up to a foot possible in some areas.
Farther north, the Lehigh Valley and Poconos are looking at 12-14 inches or more of snow.
Where to find warming centers around Philadelphia
Philadelphia has activated an Enhanced Code Blue due to the extremely cold temperatures. The city activates an "enhanced" alert when a Code Blue lasts more than three nights in a row. Because of the enhanced alert, the Office of Emergency Management has opened multiple warming centers throughout the city.
The centers are free and open to the public. People who need help or see someone in need of help during this cold weather event can also call 215-232-1984.
Bucks County issues a Code Blue whenever temperatures drop below 20 degrees, but could also issue the alert based on other cold-weather factors.
Information about shelter openings can be found on the Housing Link website.
Residents who need temporary shelter, food and clothing during the winter can call 211 or text their zip code to 898-211 for immediate assistance.
During a Code Blue, residents in need of shelter are encouraged to visit one of Delaware County's weather advisory relief centers.
During a Code Blue, the county has additional resources for people experiencing homelessness, including access to temporary warming shelters, food and clothing.Anyone who needs help with temporary shelter during the cold can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 610-278-3522.
New Jersey
Active Code Blue declarations are listed by county on New Jersey 211's website.
The site also includes a list of available warming centers in each county.
Delaware
In Delaware, Code Purple Shelters can provide emergency housing during severe winter weather. Shelters for the state's counties can be contact at the following numbers:
- New Castle County – 302-652-8033
- Kent County – 1-800-733-6816
- Sussex County – 302-519-0024
- Or call 2-1-1