Top 5 Weather Events Of 2012
As is always the case, it was an event-filled year with regard to our weather. Meteorologist Dennis Bowman sat down and came up with a list of the top five weather events of 2012.
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As is always the case, it was an event-filled year with regard to our weather. Meteorologist Dennis Bowman sat down and came up with a list of the top five weather events of 2012.
PENN Power says a substation in Ellwood City experienced a disruption of power.
The prettiness of the snow-capped hills of Preston County offers no hint of the hardships of the past 10 days.
The Steelers are heading to New Jersey this weekend to take on the New York Giants, only the trip will be later than expected because of Superstorm Sandy.
A couple from New Jersey who was forced out of their home by Hurricane Sandy is staying in our area.
Superstorm Sandy's effects continue to be felt throughout western Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Maryland.
Garrett County in Maryland has been blasted with snow since Superstorm Sandy began to lash the northeast area of the country.
Some areas have gotten up to one foot of snow in the Laurel Highlands.
At the height of the storm, the Allegheny County Emergency Operations Center took about 400 calls about downed wires, flooded basements and water on roadways.
More than three million people were without power as of Monday evening, and most of them are in and around New York City.
Local utility crews have mobilized their workers in preparation for widespread power outages anticipated from Superstorm Sandy.
Counties to the east, like Fayette and Westmoreland, are the first to feel the impact of Superstorm Sandy. At the Laurel Summit on Monday afternoon, a heavy, slushy rain pounded the pavement.
In light of the bad weather expected with Hurricane Sandy, local communities are opening up emergency shelters to help people ride out the storm.
The Pittsburgh region is experiencing some persistent rain associated with the so-called Superstorm Sandy, and the soggy ground is likely what caused a hillside to give way in Bridgeville Monday morning.
Sunday afternoon, Gov. Tom Corbett talked about the state's plan for Hurricane Sandy and disaster preparedness efforts.
There's a big mess to clean up for lots of people today after Thursday's powerful storms left their mark across the area. The storms left a messy trail marking their presence, from downed trees to landslides to tens of thousands of people without power.
Some people in western Pennsylvania remain without power after strong storms pummeled the region Thursday.
An accident involving a tractor trailer has knocked out power to part of Uniontown.
A power outage caused some problems at the Allegheny County Jail Sunday evening.
Following a line of afternoon thunderstorms, several thousand homes are without power in the Pittsburgh area.
Several people were without power Thursday morning in Penn Hills after a car slammed into a utility pole overnight and then caught fire.
Strong winds have caused power outages across the area. Allegheny Power has approximately 8,500 customers without power.
With some snow in the forecast, crews were out pre-treating the roads Sunday evening with salt and gravel. But for some residents, the damage was already done when this afternoon's high winds knocked down power lines. Many were left without electricity as temperatures plummeted.
A second power outage has delayed the game with 12:13 in the second quarter. The 49ers lead 6-0. Roethlisberger, who is playing with a high ankle sprain, threw two interceptions in the first quarter.
Another round of storms has knocked out power for thousands of residents in the Pittsburgh area.
Training camp for the Pittsburgh Steelers opens on Tuesday.
Brandon Lowe singled home Billy Cook in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Esmerlyn Valdez left Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after getting hit by a pitch.
Raymond Zelyez is accused of shooting and killing his neighbor's rooster because it kept waking him up, officials in Pocono Township, Pennsylvania, said.
The Parkway East's brand-new Commercial Street Bridge is slated to reopen Monday, a week ahead of schedule.
A man in Pocono Township, Pennsylvania, is accused of shooting and killing his neighbor's rooster because it kept waking him up.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
Training camp for the Pittsburgh Steelers opens on Tuesday.
Brandon Lowe singled home Billy Cook in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
The plans include arresting migrants in Ohio and quickly putting them on deportation flights to crisis-stricken Haiti, the internal documents indicate.
With one day left, there are still no constitutional sentencing guidelines for the Pennsylvania judicial system when it comes to felony murder.
The lawsuit claims the Trump administration is withholding hundreds of millions of dollars in disaster-preparedness and homeland security grants to pressure states to change policies on elections and immigration.
The House on Thursday voted to direct President Trump to end the war with Iran, after four Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke the president over his handling of the conflict.
Pittsburgh Fire Chief Darryl Jones, who has been on paid administrative leave, will retire after a review of his bureau.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Last year, Americans received nearly 30 billion scam robocalls and text messages.
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission approved a 3.5% toll increase that goes into effect on January 3, 2027.
After about three dozen Allegheny County home deeds were fraudulently put into an LLC's name, experts are sharing tips for protecting yourself.
Giant Eagle has remained the dominant grocer in southwestern Pennsylvania for more than 40 years, and one of those reasons was the exit of Kroger.
The Shaker Woods Festival is an experience that is part time machine, part festival and it is sure to bring the magic alive for the entire family.
One Pittsburgh woman has taken the fun of a photobooth and mixed it with the mirror selfie trend to create an interactive mirror photobooth – the perfect way to capture all the fun of your special day.
Breezy Parrot Rescue has flown into our studio to share how their mission is continuing to grow, plus we got to meet some of their feathery friends!
Heather is back and joins David for their weekend rewind!
Daisy checks out Canonsburg's newest hot spot!
Opposition to a data center at the back end of an industrial park is growing among residents of Hanover Township, Washington County.
A small community in Fayette County is pushing for answers after finding what appears to be raw sewage spilling into the woods.
Developers want to fill the former Vincentian Marion Manor facility in Banksville with new townhomes.
A Westmoreland County family said having a secret room is not as cool as it sounds, after finding a large void under their garage built by Ryan Homes
Allegheny County is facing a major financial crisis.
Allegheny County has nearly three dozen cases of cyclosporiasis resulting in two hospitalizations.
People who buy their healthcare coverage in Pennsylvania through the Affordable Care Act are expected to see their premiums skyrocket.
An investigation is underway in Uniontown, Fayette County, after police said a man was found dead in his car with a can of Galaxy Gas on the floor.
A public hearing was held on Friday for input on the pending Independence Health and West Virginia University Health System merger.
Pennsylvania is one of four more states now part of a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
Brandon Lowe singled home Billy Cook in the bottom of the 10th inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Esmerlyn Valdez left Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks after getting hit by a pitch.
Mark Kulbis is also facing misdemeanor counts of involuntary manslaughter and reckless endangerment in the death of Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr.
Southpointe's 16th hole is one of its biggest tests of golf, stretching 420 yards with not much room for error.
Businesses in Latrobe and Unity Township are getting ready for the annual influx of players, coaches and fans for Steelers training camp.
A petition is now circulating to put an end to Pittsburgh's South Side Street Fest.
A world-renowned Pittsburgh technical school and a major airline have signed an agreement to work hand in hand.
The former glass plant in Charleroi has been listed for sale.
The Colorado-based Voyager Technologies has officially acquired Astrobotic, the aerospace company located on Pittsburgh's North Side.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
Dave Matthews stopped by a Pittsburgh restaurant before his show at Star Lake on Friday night.
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.
The new movie "Young Washington" opened over the Fourth of July weekend, earning more than $20 million at the box office and becoming the nation's top live-action film.
Get the latest weather forecast from KDKA-TV First Alert Meteorologist Ron Smiley!
KDKA-TV's Bob Pompeani and 93.7 The Fan's Andrew Fillipponi discuss today's sports topics.
KDKA-TV's Jennifer Borrasso talked to the first driver to cross new Commercial Street Bridge on Monday night.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
The Parkway East's brand-new Commercial Street Bridge reopened a week ahead of schedule on Monday.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
