{"id":485327,"date":"2026-02-23T08:02:10","date_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/485327\/"},"modified":"2026-02-23T08:02:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T08:02:10","slug":"live-updates-as-dangerous-noreaster-brings-snow-to-philadelphia-region-prompts-travel-restrictions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/485327\/","title":{"rendered":"Live updates as dangerous nor’easter brings snow to Philadelphia region, prompts travel restrictions"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Hundreds of flights canceled at PHL Monday<\/p>\n

Hundreds of flights scheduled to depart from or arrive at Philadelphia International Airport on Monday have been canceled because of the winter weather.\u00a0<\/p>\n

As of 2 a.m., four flights were delayed and 602 were canceled, according to FlightAware<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

More than 350 flights in and out of PHL were canceled on Sunday.<\/p>\n

Department of Aviation Public Affairs Manager Heather Redfern said regional storms like this can have a ripple effect around the country.<\/p>\n

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Hundreds of flights from Philadelphia canceled Sunday because of nor’easter<\/p>\n

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Updated 31m ago<\/p>\n

Power outages reported in Philadelphia region<\/p>\n

Power outages have been reported across the Philadelphia region as the blizzard continues to dump snow early Monday morning.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here are the power outage numbers:\u00a0<\/p>\n

PPL Electric Utilities: 611 outages reported PECO: 4,911 total customers affected, 133 total outages reported Delmarva: 19,148 total customers affected, 499 total outages reportedPSE&G: 1,902 outagesAtlantic City Electric: 23,303 customers affected, 1,090 active outages<\/p>\n

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Updated 37m ago<\/p>\n

When’s the best time to shovel snow?<\/p>\n

Temps will warm slightly into the mid-upper 30s Monday, so the wet snow will remain relatively soft. The NEXT Weather Team recommends spending the time clearing off your driveway, walkways, etc., before it hardens up a bit Monday night into Tuesday.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

Be very careful with this heavy, wet snow. It’s called “heart attack snow” for a reason.<\/p>\n

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Updated 57m ago<\/p>\n

Winter storm officially becomes bomb cyclone. What is that?<\/p>\n

The winter storm dumping snow across the Philadelphia region<\/a> officially became a bomb cyclone<\/a>, with a pressure drop of 25 mb in the past 24 hours.\u00a0<\/p>\n

What is a bomb cyclone?<\/p>\n

Every year, a handful of fall and winter storms undergo what is known as bombogenesis, becoming bomb cyclones.\u00a0<\/p>\n

These storms begin as minor or average storms and then go through a rapid, explosive intensification, delivering heavy snow, blizzards, thundersnow, coastal flooding and flooding rains.<\/p>\n

Their impacts include widespread power outages, coastal erosion, tree damage, and structural damage due to near hurricane force winds that reach 74 mph, and lead to the nickname “Winter Hurricane.”<\/p>\n

Ingredients for bombogenesis include:<\/p>\n

A non-tropical cyclone (winter storm)A clash between an Arctic air mass and a warmer and moist ocean air massA rapid, enormous drop in the storm’s central pressure of 24 mb or more in a 24-hour period<\/p>\n

Bomb cyclones are possible year-round, but they are most common along the eastern seaboard of the United States during winter and early spring. Extreme nor’easters are usually bomb cyclones.<\/p>\n

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1:44 AM<\/p>\n

Philadelphia Museum of Art to close Monday<\/p>\n

The Philadelphia Museum of Art<\/a> will be closed Monday because of the blizzard. Ticket holders will be refunded automatically, the museum said on its website.<\/p>\n

The Art Museum steps<\/a> have been a popular sledding spot for generations<\/a> and were packed with kids and adults alike during the January snowstorm.<\/p>\n

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Updated 12:50 AM<\/p>\n

Latest snowfall totals in Philadelphia region<\/p>\n

Snowfall totals are increasing in the Philadelphia region as the winter storm continues move through the area.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here are the latest totals:\u00a0<\/p>\n

Pennsylvania snowfall totalsBustleton, Northeast Philadelphia: 5.0 inchesManayunk, Philadelphia: 6.5 inchesBerwyn: 8.0 inchesBryn Mawr: 5.0 inchesMiddletown Township: 5.2 inchesChadds Ford Township: 4.8 inchesWillow Grove: 7.2 inchesNorristown: 5.2 inchesMorton: 7.0 inchesMedia: 5.0 inchesGarnet Valley: 6.0 inchesWhitehall Township 3.8 inchesWest Goshen: 6.1 inchesExton: 7.0 inchesNew Jersey snowfall totalsAtlantic City: 7.6 inchesDennisville: 12.0 inchesBlackwood: 9.0 inchesBrigantine: 7.5 inchesHammonton: 5.0 inchesLumberton: 7.6 inchesCherry Hill: 7.0 inchesCollingswood: 10.0 inchesMoorestown: 7.6 inchesFranklin Township: 6.2 inchesEwing Township: 6.0 inchesRobbinsville Township: 7.5 inchesDelaware snowfall totalsDover Air Force Base: 10.0 inchesHockessin: 7.0 inchesNorth Delaware Coastal Airport: 7.1 inchesNorth Harrington: 5.0 inches<\/p>\n

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12:36 AM<\/p>\n

Road conditions worsen at Jersey Shore<\/p>\n

Road conditions are worsening at the Jersey Shore as snow continues to fall. State officials are asking drivers to stay off the roads during the storm.<\/p>\n

Conditions are deteriorating at the Jersey Shore. The Atlantic City Expressway was down to blacktop at 4 PM on Sunday, but now it is covered with snow. Plow drivers are working through the nor\u2019easter to keep roads passable. pic.twitter.com\/ouWFW8TnRf<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Madeleine Wright (@MWrightReports) February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

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Updated 12:27 AM<\/p>\n

Conditions getting worse in South Philly<\/p>\n

The snowy conditions are getting worse in South Philadelphia as a winter storm moves through the Delaware Valley overnight.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Conditions getting worse in South Philadelphia as snow continues to fall<\/p>\n

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12:07 AM<\/p>\n

Amtrak suspends Keystone Service<\/p>\n

Amtrak is temporarily suspending Keystone Service until about noon on Monday. The Keystone Service takes commuters between New York City and Harrisburg through Philadelphia.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here are the trains that are canceled in their entirety:\u00a0<\/p>\n

Eastbound:<\/p>\n

Westbound:<\/p>\n

For the most up to date service information,\u00a0check the\u00a0Amtrak app<\/a>\u00a0or visit\u00a0Amtrak.com<\/a>\u00a0for current train status.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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11:06 PM<\/p>\n

Part of Camden under boil water advisory<\/p>\n

Some Camden, New Jersey, residents are under a boil water advisory because of a water main break<\/a> Sunday night as snow falls across the Philadelphia region.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The water main break happened at the intersection of 9th and Jefferson streets.\u00a0<\/p>\n

American Water Contract Services Group has issued a boil water advisory for customers who live south of Ferry Ave through Collings Road, encompassing Fairview, Morgan Village, and Centerville, as well as a small portion of Waterfront South.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Some Camden residents are under a boil water advisory because of a water main break Sunday night, as snow falls across the Philadelphia region.<\/p>\n

American Water Contract Services Group<\/p>\n

American Water Contract Services Group is also recommending these measures for people who live in the area of Camden:\u00a0<\/p>\n

Throw away uncooked food or beverages or ice cubes made with tap water during the day of the advisoryKeep boiled water in the refrigerator for drinking;Do not swallow water while showering or bathing;Rinse hand-washed dishes with a diluted bleach solution (one tablespoon of household bleach per gallon of tap water) or clean your dishes in a dishwasher using the hot wash cycle and dry cycle;\u00a0Do not use home filtering devices in place of boiling or using bottled water; most home water filters will not provide adequate protection from microorganisms;\u00a0Use only boiled water to treat minor injuries;Provide pets with drinking water that has been boiled (and cooled)<\/p>\n

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Updated 10:45 PM<\/p>\n

PATCO operating on a snow schedule Monday<\/p>\n

PATCO says it will operate on a snow schedule Monday<\/a> because of the winter storm hitting the region.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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10:28 PM<\/p>\n

Blizzard conditions in Atlantic City during winter storm<\/p>\n

The Jersey Shore is expected to see the highest snowfall totals in the Philadelphia region during Sunday night’s winter storm.\u00a0<\/p>\n

On the Atlantic City Boardwalk, CBS News Philadelphia’s Madeleine Wright was dealing with blizzard-like conditions.<\/p>\n

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Atlantic City, New Jersey, getting battered by snowstorm<\/p>\n

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10:21 PM<\/p>\n

Delaware adds driving restrictions<\/p>\n

In Delaware, a Level 3 driving ban is in place in Kent and Sussex counties as of 10 p.m. because of poor visibility. That means only first responders, utility crews and snow removal workers can drive, and employers are asked to adjust work schedules so everyone else can stay off the roads. Employers are not allowed to fire, reprimand or discipline workers who miss work during the driving ban, according to a press release from the state.<\/p>\n

In New Castle County, a Level 2 ban is in place, which means only essential workers, including snow removal crews, are allowed on the roads.<\/p>\n

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10:18 PM<\/p>\n

Pictures show Rittenhouse Square during snowstorm<\/p>\n

X user @AidenJamaes tagged CBS News Philadelphia in a picture of Rittenhouse Square during the snow conditions Sunday night.<\/p>\n

hello from rittenhouse square, philadelphia pa!#snowstorm<\/a> #philadelphia<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/72MCwowl5b<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Aiden James (@aidenjames) February 23, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n

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Updated 10:00 PM<\/p>\n

Power outage numbers for New Jersey<\/p>\n

Power outages could happen in New Jersey as a winter storm batters the region with snow and blizzard-like conditions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management shared important numbers to report outages<\/a> on social media.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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9:51 PM<\/p>\n

New Jersey warming centers open amid winter storm<\/p>\n

The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management has announced a list of warming centers<\/a> that will be open due to the winter storm hitting the Garden State.<\/p>\n

The warming centers are open under the state’s Code Blue declarations.<\/p>\n

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9:13 PM<\/p>\n

Driving restrictions issued for Kent, Sussex counties in Delaware<\/p>\n

Delaware Gov. Matthew Meyer issued level 2 driving restrictions for Kent and Sussex counties until further notice Sunday night.<\/p>\n

The driving restrictions mean that no person can drive on Delaware roadways except for essential workers, including people designated to remove snow.\u00a0<\/p>\n

All state offices in New Castle, Sussex and Kent counties will be closed Monday, according to the Delaware Emergency Management Agency.<\/p>\n

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8:53 PM<\/p>\n

DoorDash suspends service in Philly, New Jersey<\/p>\n

DoorDash is suspending service in Philadelphia and in New Jersey because of the weather, the company said.<\/p>\n

Service will be suspended from 9 p.m. Sunday through at least noon on Monday, a spokesperson said. The company is monitoring conditions.<\/p>\n

“A historic blizzard is bearing down on the Northeast. We’re suspending operations across impacted areas to keep our community safe. This is a serious storm \u2014 we’ll resume when it passes,” spokesperson Julian Crowley said in a statement.<\/p>\n

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8:41 PM<\/p>\n

Delays, cancellations pile up at PHL<\/p>\n

More than 350 flights have been canceled at Philadelphia International Airport Sunday, according to FlightAware<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So far, there have been 120 delays at PHL as a winter storm hits the area.<\/p>\n

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8:36 PM<\/p>\n

Latest snowfall totals<\/p>\n

Snow is falling across the Philadelphia region, as the city could get 8-14 inches of snow.<\/p>\n

Here’s a look at the latest snowfall totals<\/a> as of 8:35 p.m. Sunday:\u00a0<\/p>\n

Pennsylvania snowfall totalsPhiladelphia International Airport: 1.5 inchesNazareth: 2.6 inchesWillow Grove 1.6 inchesNorristown: 1.6 inchesMount Pocono: 3.3 inchesWhitehall Township 2.2 inchesWest Chester: 1.5 inchesExton: 1.4 inchesNew Jersey snowfall totalsBrigantine: 4.1 inchesAtlantic City International: 2.6 inchesHammonton: 1.8 inchesLumberton: 3.5 inchesCherry Hill: 3.5 inchesBlackwood: 2.5 inchesLindenwold: 2.0 inchesVineland: 2.0 inches \u00a0Trenton Mercer Airport: 2.8 inchesDelaware snowfall totalsNew Castle County Airport : 0.6 inches\u00a0Georgetown: 2.2 inchesNorth Harrington: 5.0 inches<\/p>\n

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8:25 PM<\/p>\n

SEPTA announces service updates<\/p>\n

SEPTA is restricting service because of the storm. As of 8 p.m., these are the changes:<\/p>\n

All bus routes will be suspended at 10 p.m.The Center City Trolley Tunnel (T Lines) will close at 9 p.m.; however trolleys will continue until end of service tonight or until conditions warrant.D Line Trolley: currently on bus substitution. Service Sunday night will end at 10 p.m., and train service Monday morning will depend on conditions.M Line (Norristown High Speed Line): Trains will operate until end of scheduled service.Regional Rail: Service will operate until the end of scheduled service tonight.<\/p>\n

Customers are urged to check for service updates at\u00a0www.septa.org\/alerts<\/a>. Updates will also be posted on SEPTA’s X account<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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7:58 PM<\/p>\n

Community College of Philadelphia closed due to weather<\/p>\n

The Community College of Philadelphia will be closed Monday because of the winter storm hitting the region.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Classes, work and activities are canceled except for courses classified as 7A online and hybrid.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Any on-campus final exams for 7A courses that were scheduled for Monday will be rescheduled. All other online, hybrid and in-person classes, work, and activities are canceled. <\/p>\n

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7:34 PM<\/p>\n

Trash collection suspended for 2 days in Philadelphia<\/p>\n

Trash and recycling collections in Philadelphia<\/a> will be suspended for two days because of the major snowstorm hitting the region.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Due to the storm, sanitation crews and equipment will be diverted to snow operations.\u00a0<\/p>\n

For this week, Monday collections will be picked up Wednesday, and Tuesday’s collections will be picked up Thursday. Collections for the rest of the week will continue in the same sequence, with trash picked up two days behind the regular schedule.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The city says there will also be no collection in rear driveways, and that the collection schedule could change depending on the storm.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Second-day trash collection is suspended this week, according to the city. \u00a0<\/p>\n

The city is under a disaster emergency due to the winter storm.<\/p>\n

“The declaration of a Disaster Emergency will allow Philadelphia to more effectively fight this large and dangerous storm as it rolls in,” Mayor Cherelle Parker said in a statement. “It is absolutely vital that the City be able to mobilize and utilize all available resources to address this extreme snow emergency and protect the health, safety, property, and welfare of Philadelphia residents.”\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n

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6:51 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

Philadelphia archdiocesan high schools to have flexible instruction day<\/p>\n

Archdiocesan high school buildings in Philadelphia will have a flexible instruction day Monday as a winter storm batters the region.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Parish and regional elementary schools buildings will also have a flexible instruction day Monday. Archdiocesan high schools in the suburbs usually follow the decisions of their corresponding local public schools.<\/p>\n

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6:38 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

Delaware issues state of emergency for winter storm<\/p>\n

Delaware Gov. Matthew Meyer declared a state of emergency Sunday for the winter storm, which includes activating the Delaware National Guard.<\/p>\n

“I’m declaring a State of Emergency and activating every available state resource to ensure Delawareans are protected as this blizzard blankets our communities, including increased risks for coastal flooding,” Meyer in a statement<\/a>. “Prepare now, please stay off the roads once the storm begins, and look out for your neighbors. We will continue working around the clock to keep every Delawarean safe.”<\/p>\n

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6:17 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

PennDOT reduces speed limits on several Philly roadways<\/p>\n

PennDOT has reduced speed limits on several Philadelphia roadways to 45 mph due the winter storm:\u00a0<\/p>\n

Here are the roads:<\/p>\n

Interstates 76, 95, 295, 476, 676.U.S. Routes 1, 30, 202, 422.State Routes 63, 100 Spur and 309.<\/p>\n

Earlier, PennDOT placed vehicle restrictions on several roads in the area. Under the restrictions, no commercial vehicles are permitted. School buses, commercial buses, motor coaches, motorcycles, RVs\/motorhomes and passenger vehicles (cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, etc.) towing trailers are not permitted on the roadways while restrictions are in place. <\/p>\n

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6:11 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

NJ Transit suspending rail service<\/p>\n

NJ Transit announced Sunday that all service will be suspended due to the winter storm hitting the region. All rail service will be suspended by 9 p.m. Sunday.<\/p>\n

Earlier, NJ Transit announced that all bus, light rail and Access Link services will be temporarily suspended at 6 p.m.<\/p>\n

Customers can monitor NJ Transit alerts at\u00a0njtransit.com<\/a>, their mobile app or on social media for the latest updates.<\/p>\n

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5:57 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

New Jersey issues state of emergency and travel ban<\/p>\n

New Jersey has issued a state of emergency<\/a> as a winter storm has the potential to dump one to two feet of snow on the Garden State.\u00a0<\/p>\n

New Jersey State Police also issued a “full travel ban” in place on all roads except the New Jersey Turnpike starting at 9 p.m. Sunday through 7 a.m. Monday. <\/p>\n

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5:57 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

Pennsylvania issues disaster emergency for snowstorm<\/p>\n

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro issued a disaster emergency declaration in anticipation of a major and potentially record-breaking winter storm.<\/p>\n

“I signed a proclamation of a disaster emergency, which will allow this team the flexibility to procure what is needed to flex what is needed, and to be able to deal with this storm,” Shapiro said Sunday. “It’ll also provide us some flexibility as we work with our local leaders, from mayors to county commissioners and others.” \u00a0<\/p>\n

An estimated 8-14 inches of snow could fall around Philadelphia and the surrounding areas.<\/p>\n

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5:57 PM \/ February 22, 2026<\/p>\n

What weather alerts are in effect for the snow storm?<\/p>\n

Here are the weather alerts in effect for the nor’easter hitting the Philadelphia region:<\/p>\n

Blizzard warning:\u00a0In effect through Monday at 6 p.m. Includes all of New Jersey, Delaware and southeastern Pennsylvania, including Philadelphia. Also includes the Poconos. Impacts include whiteout conditions, dangerous and impassable roads, downed trees, widespread power outages, high surf and coastal erosion and school closings.Winter storm warning:\u00a0In effect through Monday at 6 p.m. Includes Berks, Chester and upper Montgomery counties and the Lehigh Valley. Impacts include dangerous roads, low visibility, downed trees and power lines, power outages, travel cancellations and.Coastal flood warning:\u00a0In effect until 5 a.m. Monday. Includes all shore points, back bays and Delaware beaches. Impacts include strong winds that will push water into the area during high tides. Two-three feet of major flooding possible.<\/p>\n