Philadelphia braces for weekend snowstorm as city-wide snow emergency takes effect

Philadelphia is under a Winter Storm Warning and Snow Emergency through Jan. 26, with extended plowing to residential streets, canceled or delayed trash and recycling collections, and widespread travel advisories. Residents should stay home, avoid parking on snow routes, and clear hydrants and sidewalks; sign up for ReadyPhiladelphia alerts, track snow operations on PlowPHL, and use warming centers as needed. City services and shelters are coordinating to maintain safety during the storm.