Philadelphia snow updates: Blizzard forecast, storm timing and more
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia region is experiencing a powerful coastal storm with a rare blizzard warning in effect through late Monday, bringing over a foot of snow in some areas and strong winds up to 40 mph, leading to dangerous travel conditions and blowing snow reducing visibility.
- Snowfall totals in Philadelphia vary, with some areas like Fox Chase and Philadelphia International Airport reporting nearly 14 inches, while surrounding counties in Pennsylvania and New Jersey have seen accumulations ranging from 2 to over 20 inches.
- Emergency orders include a disaster emergency declaration in Pennsylvania, a snow emergency in Philadelphia, and a state of emergency in New Jersey and Delaware, with various travel restrictions, commercial vehicle bans, and suspended public transportation services such as SEPTA buses and NJ Transit.
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