Water ice is clutch in a heat wave — get a look at Philadelphia Water Ice's operation
Water ice — sorry, wooder ice — is a Philly staple, especially on a sweltering day. We threw on the puffy coats and got inside the Philadelphia Water Ice factory.
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Water ice — sorry, wooder ice — is a Philly staple, especially on a sweltering day. We threw on the puffy coats and got inside the Philadelphia Water Ice factory.
Any Philadelphian knows water ice is perfect for a hot day, especially in a heat wave. Jan Carabeo threw on a big puffy coat and stepped inside the freezers at the Philadelphia Water Ice factory to hear about the staple Philadelphia business and how it's grown over the past three decades.
The Philadelphia region is under a heat advisory through 8 p.m. Friday. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains just how hot this summer has been and what to expect in August and September.
July was the 8th consecutive month of above-average temperatures in the Philadelphia region, and the streak is expected to continue in August. Meteorologist Tammie Souza explains.
Thursday will be hot and humid with highs that feel like 100 degrees or higher in the Philadelphia region. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
The fourth heat wave of the year begins Wednesday with the high expected to reach 90 degree, though humidity will make it feel like 97 later in the day. After that, a heat advisory goes into effect Thursday morning until Friday night due to the heat index likely exceeding 100 degrees.
NJ Transit says the excessive heat is causing equipment issues, and riders should expect delays and cancellations for days.
Workers at Penn Woods Winery are adjusting their routine because of the heat wave.
The U.S. has contended with unrelenting temperatures this summer, and a map from NASA paints a dire picture of the scale of those persistent heat waves.
People across the Delaware Valley are making changes to their summer schedules to try and find ways to survive the scorching heat.
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The heat wave continues Tuesday as highs climb to 99 degrees, and feels-like temps will be closer to 107-110. A few scattered storms after possible in the afternoon, but the greater chance for storms comes Wednesday. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your forecast.
During the oppressive heat, Camden County, New Jersey, families are turning to parks, libraries and water to stay cool.
Philadelphia is under an air quality alert, which means everyone should be limiting time spent outside. A doctor shares advice for staying safe and healthy at this time.
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The searing heat is back again, with highs on Monday in the mid and upper 90s.
The searing heat is back again, with highs on Monday in the mid and upper 90s. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast.
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Saturday is off to a wet start with a flood watch in effect into the afternoon. But the Philadelphia area won't be totally washed out.
Friday will bring below-normal temperatures and a chance for rain to the Philadelphia region.
Runners and walkers gathered in Montgomery County Wednesday for the annual Moyer 5K.
An excessive heat warning and heat advisory in the Philadelphia region ended on Wednesday night, but there's still a marginal risk for severe weather for parts of the Delaware Valley.
Some families looking to stay cool during this heat wave say they have been denied access to city pools because their children didn't have the proper attire.
Temperatures hover near freezing early Saturday across the Delaware Valley.
Quentin Grimes scored 22 points to lead a productive performance from the 76ers bench in 116-101 victory over Milwaukee.
The iconic Peanut World and three other other businesses along the Atlantic City Boardwalk were damaged in a fire Friday afternoon.
Matt Campbell was hired as Penn State's coach, ending a two-month search by the Nittany Lions to find James Franklin's successor.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
Temperatures hover near freezing early Saturday across the Delaware Valley.
Quentin Grimes scored 22 points to lead a productive performance from the 76ers bench in 116-101 victory over Milwaukee.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
The iconic Peanut World and three other other businesses along the Atlantic City Boardwalk were damaged in a fire Friday afternoon.
Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.
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TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
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A judge ruled Menendez, the former U.S. Senator, is no longer eligible for public employment after a bribery conviction.
City council in Ocean City voted in favor of redeveloping the site of the shuttered Gillian's Wonderland Pier Thursday night.
Lumberton Township, New Jersey, Mayor Gina LaPlaca was indicted on child abuse charges Thursday, officials said.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Three police officers credited for preventing a potential attack at the University of Delaware were honored Friday.
Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick said he was readying a plan that would extend the Affordable Care Act subsidies for two years.
Federal prosecutors say a Delaware man, Luqmaan Khan, had plans to attack the University of Delaware police department.
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The NEXT Weather team is looking ahead to snow and rain in the forecast for the Philadelphia area this week.
A new report highlights the stories of kids who have survived cancer and the importance of research funding.
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San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
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Doctors at Main Line Health now have a new kind of robotic surgery that makes recovery quicker and easier for lung cancer patients.
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The U.S. Department of Energy says it's loaning $1 billion to help finance the restart of the nuclear power plant on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island.
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TWU Local 234, the union representing 5,000 SEPTA workers, said a strike is "imminent" and could happen as early as Friday.
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A new traffic pattern will be in place around the Philadelphia Sports Complex on Black Friday after the Eagles-Bears game.
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Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates $25 million to Lincoln University, marking her second gift to the HBCU.