Over the next 5-6 days we we are going to be on a weather roller coaster. Tomorrow we will see snow and a winter mix on the front end of a frontal system. This system will bring C-1″ of snow across parts of the area before changing over to all rain. Around an inch of rain is possible. Snow will fall across the area after lunch before changing over to a mix just before dinner time. The whole area should see a change over to all rain after 8 pm and dump 1-2″ of rain across the area until late Sunday afternoon.
Sunday night into Monday morning we will see winds 40-50 MPH
We have been getting messages about next week. YES, we are tracking the midweek monster. Yes, I see that weather apps are already calling for 12-18″ of snow. Yes, I am fairly confident a snowstorm will happen. NO, I am not confident in the totals at this time. We are watching the storm and will begin updates later this weekend.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT WEDNESDAY NIGHT
TO 10 AM EST THURSDAY...
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet
accumulations up to one inch and ice accumulations up to one tenth
of an inch.
* WHERE...Portions of central, northern, northwest, and southern New
Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From midnight Wednesday Night to 10 AM EST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the Thursday morning commute.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by
calling 5 1 1.
On Sunday afternoon a week before the Super Bowl featuring the PHILADELPHIA EAGLES and Kansas City Chiefs. Kirk Kelly who is the founder of Greater Philadelphia Severe Weather joined Diehard Philadelphia Eagles fans from the “ Bleeding Green Las Vegas group” on Las Vegas Blvd for a group photo in front of the famous Welcome to Las Vegas Sign.
A group of about 40 birds fans showed up decked head to toe in all shades of Green. Folks I’ve talked to were from all areas of the Delaware valley including Siuth Philly, Montco, and of course Bucks County that have since relocated to Vegas. We are pumped and ready for next week’s Super Bowl said one youngester. As folks were in line everyone was talking about favorite Philly sports places to watch and party for the game and sharing stories from where we were all from!
Las Vegas area Philadelphia Eagles fans come together for a group photo to show support leading up to the Super Bowl
A lot of “GO BIRDS” were yelled! The Eagles will face the AFC Champion Kansas City Chiefs next Sunday in Super Bowl LIX
Mayor Parker stated 6 souls killed from the plane, and at least one person has been killed from a vehicle on the ground. Those numbers will rise. At least 19 people have been treated at local hospitals. Support from local all the way to The White House have been in contact with the mayor and Investigators on scene. Please avoid the area.
10:45pm UPDATE: Shriners Children’s Philadelphia confirmed one of their pediatric patients who was returning to Mexico, along with her mother, were among the six people on board a medical jet that crashed.
9:50 update: per Mayor Parker if you see any debris call 911 so investigators can secure evidence, shelter is available Samuel Fels High School 5500 Langdon St. NTSB, FAA, state local and federal officers are on the scene.
Gov. Josh Shapiro “We saw the best of Philly, neighbors helping neighbors” 45 Pa State Troopers on the ground at the scene. Members of PennDot, DEP and other federal agencies are on site. Shapiro has spoken to US Sec of Transportation Duffy who has members of the FAA and NTSB enroute to Philly at this time.
President Trump made a statement thanking the first responders.
8:00 pm- THE FAA has released the following statement: FAA Statement This information is preliminary and subject to change. A Learjet 55 crashed around 6:30 p.m. local time on Friday, Jan. 31, after departing from Northeast Philadelphia Airport. There were two people on board. The plane was en route to Springfield- Branson National Airport in Missouri. The FAA and NTSB will investigate. The NTSB will lead the investigation and will provide all updates. • Contact local authorities for the names and medical conditions of the people on board.
7:30 pm – The Jet is a medical transport jet. A LeerJet55. That took off from Northeast Philadelphia airport heading to MO. At least 2 people were on board
6:50 pm – Per Police Radio, Human Remains have been found in one of the buildings. Could be the pilot.
Original Story:
After 6pm Friday evening, Emergency crews were responding to a report of an explosion in Northeast Philadelphia after a plane crashed in the area of Roosevelt Boulevard and Cottman Avenue.
Multiple casualties have been reported, It is reported that two people were on the plane.
Multiple homes are on fire in the area of Cottman Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard following the crash, fire officials said.
WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 6 PM EST WEDNESDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
* WHERE...Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast
Pennsylvania.
* WHEN...From 9 AM to 6 PM EST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches.
* WHERE...Delaware, Eastern Montgomery, Lower Bucks, and Philadelphia Counties.
* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 1 AM EST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The precipitation may begin as a mix of some light rain and snow with even some sleet before changing to all snow closest to Interstate 95. Snowfall rates to an inch per hour should develop at times this afternoon. Temperatures are expected to fall well below freezing tonight and remain there for several days. As a result, icy and slippery conditions may persist even after precipitation has ended.
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.
A Winter Storm will bring a general 3-5″ of snow across MOST of the area. Some locations could see locally higher amounts with totals potentially ranging from 4-8″. If you are going to the Eagles game, prepare for heavy snow during the WHOLE GAME. Also make sure you pack a snow shovel, ice scraper. Batter charger, Phone charger, blankets, and water in your car.
TIMING
8:00 AM-Noon: Snow moves into the area
2:00 PM-8:00 PM: Heaviest snow with snowfall rates exceeded 1″ / hr in some areas.
10:00 pm – Midnight: Storm will exit off the coast, with some light snow showers overnight.
SNOW TOTALS: If you live within a few miles of a location listed below, figure those totals for you as well. A General 3-5″ across most of the i95 area. More snow north and west.
