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Thunderstorms Possible For NJ, PA This Weekend But 'Not Total Washout,' Forecasters Say Thunderstorms Possible For NJ, PA This Weekend But 'Not Total Washout,' Forecasters Say
Thunderstorms Possible For NJ, PA This Weekend But 'Not Total Washout,' Forecasters Say A slow-moving eastward storm system means a chance of rain and thunderstorms this weekend across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Accuweather says that a "total washout" is not likely in the east. This weekend turns unsettled as showers and some t-storms increase at times, especially each afternoon and evening. High... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Friday, August 16, 2024 However, "there will be enough rain and thunderstorms around to interfere with some outdoor plans, as well as slow travel and perhaps create dangerous conditions in some locations."…
Here's How, When Hurricane Ernesto Will Affect Northeast Here's How, When Hurricane Ernesto Will Affect Northeast
Here's How, When Hurricane Ernesto Will Affect Northeast Hurricane Ernesto, now located south of Bermuda, will create dangerous rip currents and rough surf along the East Coast and bring downpours to parts of the Northeast even though its path is projected to be hundreds of miles from the US coast. "Seas and surf will build along the East Coast from south to north into this weekend," according to AccuWeather.com, which notes that "swimmers are strongly urged to only swim under the watchful eye of lifeguards and obey local restrictions due to weather and surf conditions." After a mainly sunny day on Friday, Aug. 16, with a high in the mi…
6 Cars Crash In Under 40 Minutes In Lakeville Because Of '’Tricky Driving Conditions’ 6 Cars Crash In Under 40 Minutes In Lakeville Because Of '’Tricky Driving Conditions’
6 Cars Crash In Under 40 Minutes In Lakeville Because Of '’Tricky Driving Conditions’ Multiple cars crashed in under one hour in Lakeville after rain and snow covered the roads over the weekend, officials said. Crews responded to six separate car crashes in under 40 minutes on Sunday, Jan. 28, according to the Lakeville Fire Department. The first crash happened shortly after 11:45 a.m. after a pickup truck veered off the road near 72 Precinct St. Flurry of weather-related crashes. Lakeville Firefighters responded to 6 separate motor vehicle crashes in under 40... Posted by Lakeville, MA Fire Department on Sunday, January 28, 2024 Firefighters started to receive ca…
New Snowfall Predictions Released For Mid-Atlantic, Worst Of Storm Yet To Come: Weather Service New Snowfall Predictions Released For Mid-Atlantic, Worst Of Storm Yet To Come: Weather Service
New Snowfall Predictions Released For Mid-Atlantic, Worst Of Storm Yet To Come: Weather Service The highly-anticipated weekend storm is under way in the mid-Atlantic. But according to the National Weather Service, the worst is yet to come. A winter storm warning remains in effect until 7 p.m. from the Baltimore/Washington DC National Weather Service, who warned of slippery and dangerous road conditions through the evening. Sleet and freezing rain were arrived in northern Virginia and Maryland Saturday morning, Jan. 6, and was expected to remain light until the afternoon and evening, the NWS said. In northern Maryland, between 2 and 4 inches of snow accumulation was expected by the e…
These Maryland, Virginia Towns Got The Most Snow During Overnight Storm These Maryland, Virginia Towns Got The Most Snow During Overnight Storm
These Maryland, Virginia Towns Got The Most Snow During Overnight Storm Some parts of the DMV region fared better than others as slushy snow caused several major crashes and forced schools and other government agencies to open late to provide more time for the commute. Overnight, some areas were hit with as much as six inches of snow, according to the National Weather Service, which reported the totals for each county and municipality on Monday, Dec. 11. What started as rain slowly turned to snow as temperatures dipped, though some areas were able to largely avoid Mother Nature's wrath. National Weather Service These Maryland and Virginia towns received the …
Rainy First Half Of Weekend Will Be Followed By Shift In Weather Pattern Rainy First Half Of Weekend Will Be Followed By Shift In Weather Pattern
Rainy First Half Of Weekend Will Be Followed By Shift In Weather Pattern The first half of the weekend will be marked by rainy, dreary conditions before a big change in the weather pattern. Precipitation will linger throughout the day and into the evening on Saturday, May 20, marking an end to a long stretch of dry days. The rain, which will be heavy at times, will be accompanied by areas of fog Saturday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service. The high temperature will be in the low 60s. A widespread 1.5 to 2 inches of rainfall is expected with locally higher amounts of close to 3 inches possible in some spots, especially farther east.…
Toddler Killed By Falling Tree In Bucks County Toddler Killed By Falling Tree In Bucks County
Toddler Killed By Falling Tree In Bucks County A 2-year-old child was killed by a portion of a falling tree over the weekend in Bucks County, according to the coroner. The child was at his Lower Southampton Township home with his mom and an older sibling when sudden, strong winds swept through the area on Saturday, April 22, Bucks County Coroner Meredith J. Buck said. The tree split, with a section approximately 25 to 30 feet long and 8 to 10 inches wide struck the boy. His mother and sibling were unharmed. The child was pronounced dead at the scene after response and evaluation by Lower Southampton Police and Medic 114. The Bucks…
Snow Headed To Region Tonight Snow Headed To Region Tonight
Snow Headed To Region Tonight Another round of snow is headed to parts of North and Central Jersey, along with eastern Pennsylvania Monday evening, March 6, making for slippery travel conditions Tuesday morning. Monday will be mostly sunny with a high around 50. Rain is expected to begin around 10 p.m. and change to snow for North and Central Jersey, along with the Poconos and greater Philadelphia, overnight. Rain is expected to change to snow tonight in much of eastern PA, and in northern and central NJ. A quick accumulation is expected with the precipitation ending toward daybreak on Tuesday. #pawx #njwx Poste…
IDs Released For Mother, Daughter Killed In New Year's Day Hudson Valley Crash IDs Released For Mother, Daughter Killed In New Year's Day Hudson Valley Crash
IDs Released For Mother, Daughter Killed In New Year's Day Hudson Valley Crash Police have released the identities of a mother and daughter killed in a New Year's Day crash in the Hudson Valley. The crash took place in Rockland County at around 1:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 1 on Beach Road in the town of Haverstraw in the Kayak launch area.  Responding Haverstraw Police Department officers found the vehicle occupied by three women, two daughters, and their mother, up on an embankment on the north side of the road, said Haverstraw PD Captain John Gould Jr. Earlier report: 2 Women Killed In New Year's Day Crash In Hudson Valley The rear passenger, Lordes Martinez, …
Winter Weather: Here's The Latest Breakdown Of Power Outages Being Reported In Maryland Winter Weather: Here's The Latest Breakdown Of Power Outages Being Reported In Maryland
Winter Weather: Here's The Latest Breakdown Of Power Outages Being Reported In Maryland Nearly 20,0000 residents in Maryland are still without power as the state contends with the winter storm that swept across the region and sent many scrambling for holiday travel. Utility crews worked through the night to make repairs as whipping winds and stormy weather brought down power lines and felled trees, leaving thousands in the dark. In its latest update, the Maryland Department of Management was reporting 19,765 outages throughout the state at 10:45 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 23. Baltimore Gas & Electric was reporting 201 active outages impacting 7,640 of its 1.3 million customer…
Pre-Christmas Storm: These Areas Expected To See Accumulating Snow, Poor Travel Conditions Pre-Christmas Storm: These Areas Expected To See Accumulating Snow, Poor Travel Conditions
Pre-Christmas Storm: These Areas Expected To See Accumulating Snow, Poor Travel Conditions A storm system packed with a wide swath of snow, rain, and strong winds is expected to cause poor travel conditions and bring accumulating snowfall to some spots in the days leading up to Christmas. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Dec.  22, the National Weather Service said. The first image above shows a look at areas (marked in red) where poor travel conditions are expected on Friday, Dec. 23. Areas expected to see accumulating snowfall Thursday and Friday are shown in blue in the second image above. Blizzard conditions are possible in areas shown in royal blue. Cu…
Heavy Rain, 35-45MPH Wind Gusts May Impact Travelers, Maryland Bridges: MDTA Heavy Rain, 35-45MPH Wind Gusts May Impact Travelers, Maryland Bridges: MDTA
Heavy Rain, 35-45MPH Wind Gusts May Impact Travelers, Maryland Bridges: Mdta With heavy rain and strong wind gusts expected to rock the region on Wednesday, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is cautioning motorists to be on high alert - specifically while traveling on bridges. Officials said that on Wednesday, Nov. 30, motorists should be prepared for wind warnings, restrictions and the potential for temporary traffic holds at MDTA bridges. According to the National Weather Service, a sharp cold front rolling through the region will lead to rain and heavy wind gusts on Wednesday. Wind advisories have been put into place for higher elevations, and Gale Wa…
Multiple Crashes Reported On Garden State Parkway Multiple Crashes Reported On Garden State Parkway
Multiple Crashes Reported On Garden State Parkway Rain was contributing to the number of crashes in Central and South Jersey during the evening rush on Thursday, Oct. 13, authorities said. There were multiple crashes on the Garden State Parkway. According to the New Jersey Department of Transportation, there were parkway crashes in Cranford, Sayreville, Little Egg Harbor, Ocean Township and Wall Township. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Police Free Motorist In Utility Pole Crash That Closed Route 17 Police Free Motorist In Utility Pole Crash That Closed Route 17
Police Free Motorist In Utility Pole Crash That Closed Route 17 Upper Saddle River police officers broke the rear window to free a driver whose SUV landed on its side after hitting a utility pole on Route 17 during the heavy overnight rainstorm, authorities said. The 49-year-old Paterson motorist was headed south when he lost control of his Ford Explorer, which went off the roadway and hit the pole outside Jack Daniels Audi shortly after 1 a.m., Police Capt. Edward Kane said. The Explorer landed on the driver's side as utility wires were strewn across the highway, closing both sides for nearly 90 minutes, the captain said. The driver was take…
Line Of Severe Thunderstorms Moving West To East With Strong Wind Gusts, Small Hail, Lightning Line Of Severe Thunderstorms Moving West To East With Strong Wind Gusts, Small Hail, Lightning
Line Of Severe Thunderstorms Moving West To East With Strong Wind Gusts, Small Hail, Lightning A line of severe storms is moving through the region from west to east on Saturday afternoon, May 28. Storm activity is expected to continue into early Saturday evening. A slow moving cold front is triggering the system, according to the National Weather Service. Lightning alerts have been issued for parts of the region. Strong gusty winds in excess of 40 miles per hour, half-inch hail, and locally heavy rain have been reported. "Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects," the National Weather Service said in a Special Weather Statement issu…
Details Released In Deadly Frederick Motorcycle Crash Details Released In Deadly Frederick Motorcycle Crash
Details Released In Deadly Frederick Motorcycle Crash A motorcyclist was killed in a Frederick crash Friday, May 27, according to authorities. A Dodge Charger that veered into oncoming traffic and collided with the motorcycle near Baker Valley and Fingerboard roads around 12:15 p.m., Maryland State Police said. The male operator of the motorcycle was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity was being withheld pending notification of next of kin.  Initial investigation suggests weather conditions could have possibly played a role in the crash. 
State Police Urge Motorists To Be On Alert After Crashes Cause Six Deaths Within Minutes State Police Urge Motorists To Be On Alert After Crashes Cause Six Deaths Within Minutes
State Police Urge Motorists To Be On Alert After Crashes Cause Six Deaths Within Minutes State police officials are urging motorists to be on high alert after a pair of wrong-way crashes on Connecticut highways left six dead over the weekend just minutes apart. Troopers in New Haven County responded to a stretch of I-91 in Meriden at approximately 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 26, where there was a report of a wrong-way crash involving a Toyota Camry and BMW X5. Earlier story - Two CT Women Killed In Wrong-Way, Head-On I-91 Crash A 21-year-old man and a 50-year-old woman were both pronounced dead at the scene, police said. That same morning at approximately 2:45 a.m., troopers …
Post-Storm Wave Of Arctic Air Leads To Icy Conditions, Bitter Cold Post-Storm Wave Of Arctic Air Leads To Icy Conditions, Bitter Cold
Post-Storm Wave Of Arctic Air Leads To Icy Conditions, Bitter Cold A massive cross-country winter storm that brought a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain to the region has been followed by a wave of Arctic air, creating icy conditions. "Temperatures will remain well below freezing into this morning," the National Weather Service said in a Special Weather Statement issued Saturday morning, Feb. 5. "This will lead to slippery conditions, especially on untreated surfaces.  "Black ice will be prevalent due to the wintry precipitation that fell on Friday and Friday evening, Feb. 4.  "Walkways will be slippery! If driving. Pleas…
Ice Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley Ice Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley
Ice Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Hudson Valley Tens of thousands of Hudson Valley residents are without power late Friday morning, Feb. 4 as an ice storm rolls through the region. As of 10:30 a.m. on Friday, Central Hudson was reporting around 500 active outages, impacting more than 41,000 of the company’s Hudson Valley customers. Earlier story - Arrival Of Icy Mix Of Freezing Rain, Sleet, Snow Causes Many School Closures The bulk of the outages were in Ulster County, where there were 38,494 outages, affecting nearly half of the company’s customers, while there were an additional 2,353 in Dutchess, and 22 in Orange County. With sleet…
Major New Storm Taking Aim On Region Expected To Cause Hazardous Travel Conditions Major New Storm Taking Aim On Region Expected To Cause Hazardous Travel Conditions
Major New Storm Taking Aim On Region Expected To Cause Hazardous Travel Conditions A massive winter storm barreling across the country will bring a mix of snow, sleet and rain that is expected to cause hazardous driving conditions in much of the region at the end of the workweek. Not only will the storm impact around 90 million people, but also retailers and consumers, according to AccuWeather.com. "We could be looking at a big mess in moving products to where people and businesses need them as a result of our latest winter storm, and this interruption in the supply chain may be felt for weeks," said AccuWeather Chief Meteorologist Jonathan Porter. The storm will s…
Many Schools In Westchester Now Closed After Earlier Scheduling Delayed Starts Many Schools In Westchester Now Closed After Earlier Scheduling Delayed Starts
Many Schools In Westchester Now Closed After Earlier Scheduling Delayed Starts Many school districts in Westchester County are now closed after earlier planning delayed starts due to icy roadways. Superintendents cited road conditions "not improving" in making the switch. Light freezing rain that began to fall in the pre-dawn hours on Wednesday, Jan. 5 resulted in numerous crashes. Earlier report: Icy Roadways Lead To School Closures, Delayed Starts, Crashes In Westchester County, Rye Schools Superintendent Eric Byrne said, "I had hoped that a two-hour delay would allow for improved conditions, but the roads north and west of Rye are still icy and treacherous a…
Search Temporarily Suspended For Westchester Man Reported Missing While Jogging Search Temporarily Suspended For Westchester Man Reported Missing While Jogging
Search Temporarily Suspended For Westchester Man Reported Missing While Jogging The search for a Westchester man who was reported missing in Virginia after going for a jog will be temporarily suspended due to incoming inclement weather. The Patrick County Sheriff’s Office in Virginia announced that the search for Harrison resident Bruce Rubin, who was reported missing on Friday, July 2, will be temporarily suspended due to potentially dangerous weather conditions that are making their way up the East Coast. Earlier story - Harrison Man Goes Missing While Jogging Rubin, 61, went jogging on the property of Primland Resort at 11 a.m. on July 2 and hasn’t been seen s…
Wind Advisory Starts At 4 P.M. - Gusts Up To 50 MPH Wind Advisory Starts At 4 P.M. - Gusts Up To 50 MPH
Wind Advisory Starts At 4 P.M. - Gusts Up To 50 MPH A wind advisory has been put in place for much of Massachusetts as gusts speeding faster than a car on a highway route plow across the state. March is indeed coming in “like a lion.” Let’s hope it sticks to that axiom and exits “like a lamb.” On Monday, March 1, the National Weather Service predicted wind gusts in western and central Massachusetts reaching 50 mph. The advisory is in effect from 4 p.m. today, Monday, to 10 a.m. on Tuesday, March 2. Outside of some anticipated massive gusts, the regular wind speed will be 15-25 mph during the duration of the wind advisory. At 50 mph, winds …
COVID-19: Here's Number Of Long Island Residents Who've Received Both Vaccine Doses, Other Data COVID-19: Here's Number Of Long Island Residents Who've Received Both Vaccine Doses, Other Data
Covid-19: Here's Number Of Long Island Residents Who've Received Both Vaccine Doses, Other Data More than a million New Yorkers have now received the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and are fully vaccinated against the virus. New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that as of 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 19, 12.1 percent of New Yorkers have received at least one dose of the vaccine, while more than a million have received the second dose. The state has received a total of 2,335,250 first doses, 2,147,076 of which have been administered. New York has received 1,284,300 second doses, 1,033,367 of which have been administered. On Long Island, a total of 452,000 doses have been allocated to…
Aiden Blanchard, 11, Was Likely Alone When He Went Missing By CT River Aiden Blanchard, 11, Was Likely Alone When He Went Missing By CT River
Aiden Blanchard, 11, Was Likely Alone When He Went Missing By CT River In an update on the search for a missing 11-year-old boy, police said that, so far, the evidence points to Aiden having been alone near the Connecticut River when he disappeared. Aiden Blanchard, 11, went missing on Feb. 5 around 11:30 a.m. Aiden was last seen in the Willamansett area of Chicopee, near Old Field Road, and heading toward the Medina Street boat launch along the Connecticut River, police said. Aiden Blanchard is missingMissing and Exploited Children Network On Tuesday, Feb. 9, Chicopee and State police said they do not suspect foul play was involved in Aiden’s disappearan…
New TZB Overturned Tractor-Trailer Among Many Crashes As Nor'easter Arrives New TZB Overturned Tractor-Trailer Among Many Crashes As Nor'easter Arrives
New TZB Overturned Tractor-Trailer Among Many Crashes As Nor'easter Arrives No one was injured during a crash of a tractor-trailer on the new Tappan Zee Bridge shortly after the arrival of the Nor'easter, one of many crashes already reported in the region. The crash took place during the early morning hours on Monday, Feb. 1, after the tractor-trailer lost control due to the weather conditions in Orangetown, said Trooper Tara McCormick of the New York State Police. "The weather is only going to get worse as the day continues so we are asking motorists to stay off the roadways if possible and to use caution," she said. No injuries were reported, but 60 gallons of f…
Updated Snowfall Forecast - Up To 15 Inches Predicted For Parts Of Western, Central MA Updated Snowfall Forecast - Up To 15 Inches Predicted For Parts Of Western, Central MA
Updated Snowfall Forecast - Up To 15 Inches Predicted For Parts Of Western, Central MA When this Nor’easter is over, some communities in Central and Western Massachusetts are expected to be covered in more than 1 foot of snow. A Winter Storm Warning by the National Weather Service is in effect until 5 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 2. Heavy snow is expected with total snow accumulations of 7 to 15 inches and winds gusting as high as 45 mph. The communities that are expected to see the most snow are across the Worcester Hills and the east slopes of the Berkshires. The following are forecast snowfall totals including the smallest amount predicted, the most likely amount to fall…
Multi-Car Crash Involving Overturned Vehicle Causes Stop-Go I-684 Delays Multi-Car Crash Involving Overturned Vehicle Causes Stop-Go I-684 Delays
Multi-Car Crash Involving Overturned Vehicle Causes Stop-Go I-684 Delays A multi-car crash involving an overturned vehicle is causing stop-and-go delays on I-684. The northbound crash happened just before 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 19 at Exit 6A (Route 22/Route 138) in Goldens Bridge and is causing miles-long delays. There have been multiple other crashes reported amid the snowy, slippery conditions that began early Saturday afternoon when the quick-moving winter storm arrived. Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Clifton Man Dead In ATV Crash Clifton Man Dead In ATV Crash
Clifton Man Dead In ATV Crash A 40-year-old Clifton man died after a Pennsylvania ATV crash, authorities said. Jason Borys was driving the ATV when it veered off the road in Penn Forest Township and crashed just before 8 p.m. Saturday, authorities said. He was pronounced dead a short time after. "Adverse" weather conditions and alcohol may have been factors in the crash, authorities said, although the cause remains under investigation. Born in Englewood, Borys was a Warehouse Specialist for Grimco in Carlstadt for several years, and lived most of his life in Clifton, his obituary says. Visiting is scheduled for Frida…
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Now In Effect: Strong Storms With Gusty Winds Sweeping Through Area Severe Thunderstorm Watch Now In Effect: Strong Storms With Gusty Winds Sweeping Through Area
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Now In Effect: Strong Storms With Gusty Winds Sweeping Through Area With rounds of strong thunderstorms now sweeping through, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect until 9 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 for the entire area.  Be on the lookout for rapidly changing weather conditions into the evening, the National Weather Service said. The chance for storm activity will continue for several hours after the watch ends, until 1 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 22. During that time, more than an inch of rainfall is likely, with locally higher amounts. The main threat will be damaging winds with gusts up to 70 miles per hour possible that could bring down trees, …
Delayed Openings: These Bergen, Passaic County Schools Have Late Starts Wednesday Delayed Openings: These Bergen, Passaic County Schools Have Late Starts Wednesday
Delayed Openings: These Bergen, Passaic County Schools Have Late Starts Wednesday Rain and ice Tuesday night will make for slippery conditions Wednesday. These schools/districts will have delayed openings on Feb. 13: Academy of the Holy Angels 9:50 a.m. Bergenfield Schools 10 a.m. Bloomingdale 90-minute delayed start Bogota Memorial 9:50 a.m. CTC Fair Lawn, Oakland 90-minute delayed start Dumont Public Schools 10 a.m. Edgewater Public Schools 2-hour delay Fair Lawn 90-minute delay Franklin Lakes (check schedule) Garfield 10 a.m. Glen Rock 10 a.m. Hackensack Public Schools 10 a.m. Leonia 2-hour delay Little Ferry 9:45 a.m. Lyndhurst 2-hour delay Mahwah Public Schools (che…