Recent Widespread Power Outages Raise Questions About Food Safety
In the wake of widespread storm-related power outages, come questions about the safety of food in a warming fridge.
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In the wake of widespread storm-related power outages, come questions about the safety of food in a warming fridge.
With the area's third Nor'Easter set to hit Monday evening into Tuesday, PECO is getting ready to dispatch workers if needed.
The utility company said Sunday that it had successfully restored service to the approximately 750,000 homes and businesses affected by two nor'easters.
Power crews are still working around the clock to restore service and they are making significant progress.
Power outages are climbing across the region as over 200,000 customers remain in the dark.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is among concerns as residents still without power in the wake of the storm look for alternative ways to stay warm and light their homes.
More than one million electric customers in 24 counties were without power Sunday morning as Irma slammed into the Florida Keys.
Lots of damage was being reported in the wake of the storms.
Fierce weather moved through our area quickly and left a harsh mark.
The outage numbers are climbing, with most of them in Pennsylvania.
Florida Power & Light is reporting more than 470,000 customers without power across 35 counties.
The storms packed heavy rain, gusty winds and lightning.
Tens of thousands of homes and businesses are left in the dark due to severe thunderstorms.
Severe thunderstorms and high winds rolled into the Philadelphia region on Sunday. Following the arrival of the severe weather, power outages began to be reported throughout the area.
A fast-moving thunderstorm took down trees and power lines overnight leaving thousands across the Philadelphia region in the dark.
Reported outages for our region during the severe weather.
Utility companies in New Jersey are reporting that more than 20,000 customers are without electricity one day after a powerful winter storm packing high wind and snow battered the state.
Belmar officials say a Jersey Central Power and Light crew had to remove the mast of a sailboat that got caught in some power lines on Saturday.
The winter storm that has dumped heavy snow and brought strong winds to the region has knocked out power to thousands of customers in southern New Jersey.
Here are some helpful phone numbers. Remember to report ALL emergencies to 911 or emergency dispatch center.
Crews were working to fix some downed wires in Horsham, Montgomery County Wednesday morning where two poles were damaged, one bent by the wind and another snapped completely.
Fast-moving storms socked the state on Friday night. That led to trees and power lines being knocked down, spurring outages that affected all areas of the state.
Power has mostly been restored to thousands of utility customers in New Jersey who lost their service when strong storms passed through the state in recent days.
Local utilities are watching the weather forecasts as Hurricane Joaquin tracks north.
Downed trees and power lines have caused power outages in the area.
With MLB at its All-Star break, we set out to take the pulse of the game that has been the rhythm of our summer for years.
SEPTA released its mid-year crime report for 2025, which shows significant increases in enforcement related to fare evasion and quality-of-ride offenses.
It's getting even easier to report cars blocking crosswalks, loading zones and bike lanes with a new tool from Philly Bike Action.
Torrential downpours Monday caused flooding in Upper Saucon Township, and multiple people were rescued.
The ShopRite of Eddystone is recalling ground meat made and sold inside the store for possibly containing metal fragments.
Police say two armed suspects attempted to rob a Brinks employee making a delivery in Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday.
With MLB at its All-Star break, we set out to take the pulse of the game that has been the rhythm of our summer for years.
Hank's Place in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, reopened Tuesday morning after rebuilding from the ground up.
SEPTA released its mid-year crime report for 2025, which shows significant increases in enforcement related to fare evasion and quality-of-ride offenses.
It's getting even easier to report cars blocking crosswalks, loading zones and bike lanes with a new tool from Philly Bike Action.
SEPTA released its mid-year crime report for 2025, which shows significant increases in enforcement related to fare evasion and quality-of-ride offenses.
Torrential downpours Monday caused flooding in Upper Saucon Township, and multiple people were rescued.
The ShopRite of Eddystone is recalling ground meat made and sold inside the store for possibly containing metal fragments.
Philadelphia police released photos of two suspects they're searching for in connection with a mass shooting in Grays Ferry that killed 3 people and injured 9 on July 7.
A woman was charged in connection with the death of a 4-month-old boy in Camden, who was found in a trash bag within a bassinet.
A woman was charged in connection with the death of a 4-month-old boy in Camden, who was found in a trash bag within a bassinet.
New Jersey is under a state of emergency after a flash flood caused at least two deaths in Plainfield and damage across Union County.
Lifeguards from around the East Coast made their way to Ventnor City, New Jersey, on Monday for the Red Bull Surf and Rescue competition.
A South Jersey mom and teacher is warning about the spread of parvovirus, which can harm unborn babies.
PATCO is temporarily suspending some overnight service between Philadelphia and South Jersey.
The body of the driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and plunged into the Delaware River below was identified on Monday.
Rehoboth Beach police said the search for a missing swimmer was suspended Sunday morning.
Sunday will be mostly cloudy and humid with warm temps and isolated showers and storms in the afternoon.
Search and rescue crews recovered the body of the tractor-trailer cab driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and into the Delaware River early Friday morning.
Multiple emergency agencies in Delaware and Delaware County are receiving reports of an unexplained odor on Thursday.
A South Jersey mom and teacher is warning about the spread of parvovirus, which can harm unborn babies.
Cirque du Soleil performers at the BODY WORLDS exhibit offer a unique look at the body from the outside, providing a glimpse of what lies beneath the skin.
A new study says the health of children in the United States has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today being more likely to have chronic diseases and mental health problems.
New data highlights the challenges Delaware County, Pennsylvania, has experienced in the months since Crozer Health closed.
Once a vacant lot on Megargee Street in the Holmesburg neighborhood, the space has been transformed into a green sanctuary thanks to the work of the nonprofit Heroic Gardens.
A group of hardworking Glassboro High School students learn how to make their dreams a reality with Seeds to Success Farm Stand.
Wildwood businesses hope a major festival and warmer weather can turn things around after a few rainy weekends.
Former World Cafe Live employees say the venue is mismanaged and their paychecks were late. The CEO says it all stems from miscommunication.
People are trying to stay cool in today's humidity, and businesses are preparing for what's to come as we track dangerous heat this week.
The FIFA Club World Cup is bringing a little more than soccer to the city. It's bringing a boom in business.
SEPTA released its mid-year crime report for 2025, which shows significant increases in enforcement related to fare evasion and quality-of-ride offenses.
The body of the driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and plunged into the Delaware River below was identified on Monday.
PATCO is temporarily suspending some overnight service between Philadelphia and South Jersey.
Search and rescue crews recovered the body of the tractor-trailer cab driver who drove off the side of the Delaware Memorial Bridge and into the Delaware River early Friday morning.
If you prefer to park in SEPTA-owned parking lots and garages, prepare to pay.
With MLB at its All-Star break, we set out to take the pulse of the game that has been the rhythm of our summer for years.
Some of the world's best soccer players are coming to Philadelphia in 2026 for the World Cup, but getting tickets to the games won't be easy.
Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his left knee to treat an injury he suffered during a recent workout, the team announced Monday.
The AP named Eagles running back Saquon Barkley the NFL's RB after his record-setting first season in Philadelphia.
The Philadelphia Phillies selected Arkansas RHP Gage Wood with the No. 26 overall pick in the 2025 MLB draft on Sunday night.
Some of the world's best soccer players are coming to Philadelphia in 2026 for the World Cup, but getting tickets to the games won't be easy.
"Severance," "The White Lotus," "The Studio" and "Hacks" are among the shows that earned top nominations for the 77th annual Primetime Emmy Awards as the 2025 nominees were announced Tuesday morning.
President Trump and Rosie O'Donnell have criticized each other publicly for years, an often bitter back-and-forth that predates Mr. Trump's involvement in politics.
Moviegoers ran for their lives from the Colonial Theatre as part of Blobfest, the annual festival commemorating an iconic film from the 50s.
It's an oasis of green spaces within Philadelphia's city limits. Venture out to Morris Arboretum and Gardens this summer for a taste of nature.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
Bill Kelly has the latest NEXT Weather forecast for the Philadelphia region on Tuesday night.
It's getting even easier to report cars blocking crosswalks, loading zones and bike lanes in Philadelphia with a new tool from nonprofit Philly Bike Action.
Lincoln Financial Field in South Philadelphia is set to host multiple World Cup games next summer in June and July 2026. On Tuesday, FIFA announced that it will hold a lottery for tickets in several phases, with the first phase beginning on Sept. 10.
Police are investigating an attempted robbery of an armed Brinks truck in Northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday morning.
When it's warm outside, the body needs less energy to maintain its temperature, which reduces the need for food.