Jan
24
Significant Winter Storm Moving In! Over 12″ of snow possible for most!
As we have been saying for days now. A significant winter storm expected to impact the Mid-Atlantic from late Saturday into Monday. A Winter Storm Warning is in place for ALL of Pennsylvania and New Jersey, signaling heavy snow, potential mixed precipitation (sleet/freezing rain), and dangerous travel conditions. STAY home on SUNDAY if you can at all cost!
📍 Philadelphia (City & Suburbs)
- Snow develops Saturday night and becomes widespread Sunday.
- Heavy snow rates possible Sunday, with blowing snow at times due to strong winds.
- Travel could become very difficult to impossible, particularly Sunday and Sunday night.
- 6 to 12 inches of snow possible
📍 Levittown & Bucks County
- Snow likely starting after midnight Saturday night and persisting through Sunday.
- Forecast models show snow plus some wintry mixing late Sunday, possibly reducing totals slightly but still significant impacts.
- A general 8–12 inches likely with some areas seeing well over 12″. Areas along and near I-95 may see totals closer to the higher end
Atlantic City & South Jersey
- Snow arrives late Saturday night.
- Atlantic City may see higher wind gusts and sleet/rain mixing near the coast, leading to lower snow totals than inland NJ but still hazardous conditions.
Reading, PA
- Higher snow amounts likely due to colder inland conditions, with 8-12+ inches possible as snow bands persist longer Sunday.
Impacts to Expect
Travel & Roads
- Roads rapidly become snow-covered and slick with blowing/drifting snow.
- Sunday and Sunday night expected to be the worst window for travel — avoid non-essential travel if possible.
Power & Trees
- Periods of freezing rain/sleet can accumulate on wires and limbs, increasing power outage risk.
Schools & Work
- Delays, closures, and remote plans likely Monday morning.
Airports & Transit
- Significant flight delays/cancellations are highly possible at PHL, EWR, and ACY.
🧤 Preparation Tips
- Stock essential supplies (food, water, medications).
- Charge devices and prepare backup power if possible.
- Ensure snow removal tools are ready.
- Avoid travel during peak snowfall and check updates frequently.
WINTER STORM WARNINGS ARE IN EFFECT
WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM SATURDAY TO 1 PM EST MONDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow with mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 10 and 15 inches and ice accumulations around one tenth of an inch. * WHERE...Portions of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 7 PM Saturday to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
