Philadelphia region digs out from the storm
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A snow plow clears the way Sunday in Philly. Photo: Matthew HATCHER / AFP via Getty
The Philadelphia region is still digging out from the weekend's winter storm.
Why it matters: The largest snowfall in at least five years will make Monday's commute a nightmare.
State of play: While the snow and wintry mix is expected to end early Monday, the biggest threat will be frigid temperatures going forward, says Nick Guzzo, meteorologist at the National Weather Service's local outpost.
- Plan for highs stuck in the 20s throughout the week and lows dipping into the single digits in Philly.
- Plus: Strong winds Monday could down trees and power lines, making travel even more difficult.
Worth noting: A Winter Storm Warning runs through at least 1pm in the region.
🧮 By the numbers: Snow accumulation hit 9.1 inches at Philadelphia International Airport as of 7pm on Sunday (besting the 8.1-inch mark from February 2021).
🚗 Zoom in: The cleanup on state highways, like I-76 and I-676, was ongoing Monday morning.
🚨 Threat level: Drivers traveling on state highways should be prepared to face snow- and ice-covered roadways, poor visibility, and changing weather conditions Monday, Pennsylvania Department of Transportation spokesperson Krys Johnson tells Axios.
🧠 Pro tip: If you're driving, check out 511PA.com for real-time traffic info, like closures and restrictions, and where snowplows are working.
🚇 SEPTA will operate service Monday, but riders can count on delays and longer travel times.
- Regional Rail, bus, Access paratransit service and trolley lines (all of which were suspended Sunday) will gradually be restored as conditions allow, per the agency's website.
- Once up and running, Regional Rail will operate on a Saturday schedule.
- The Broad Street Line and Market-Frankford Line will be the best option for riders.
What they're saying: "We expect tomorrow morning will be rough. We will operate service, but it definitely will not be a normal Monday," SEPTA spokesperson Andrew Busch tells Axios.
✈️ Meanwhile, Philly International Airport has already canceled more than 100 flights for Monday.
🗑️ What else: With trash and recycling collections suspended Monday in Philly, residents can use one of the city's six sanitation centers for garbage and recycling, which operate from 8am-6pm.
Plus: Philly remains in an Enhanced Code Blue and has its warming centers open.