Several hundred PPL customers in the Leithsville area of Lower Saucon Township were without power Wednesday afternoon, and the outage was apparently triggered by an accident on a main road in the area.
Police
Some Winter Weather Expected Monday, Tuesday…But What, Where?
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A couple of winter weather systems are expected to affect the Lehigh Valley Monday and Tuesday, with a break in the action in between them. What falls on either side of that break is forecast to be frozen, but what form it takes, and the forecast for where it falls is subject to interpretation.
Community
Bitter Cold, Gusty Winds Mean Wind Chills Could Drop to -20 F
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In the wake of Tuesday’s snowstorm, winter continued its assault of Saucon Valley Wednesday, with a one-two punch of severe weather. A snow squall in the afternoon was followed by an invastion of bitterly cold Arctic air and gusty winds.
Business
Snow Blankets Saucon Valley, Causes Rush Hour Traffic Tie-ups
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A late January storm brought snow to Saucon Valley Tuesday, with several inches accumulating by the evening rush hour, which was affected by the wintry weather.
Business
Snow Could Affect Tuesday Morning Commute to Work, School
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The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory and increased its forecast snowfall totals for the Lehigh Valley for Tuesday, when hazardous conditions created by the precipitation could affect local commuters headed to work and school.
Community
Snow, Cold on the Way, Forecasters Say, But Details Sketchy
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Winter weather followed by bitter cold is again on tap for the Lehigh Valley this week, but when the snow will fall as well as how much the area can expect to receive is uncertain as of late Sunday.
Ban
PA Governor Declares State of Emergency in Advance of Winter Storm
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As part of the emergency declaration there will be a commercial vehicle ban in place between noon Saturday and noon Sunday on all interstates and the PA Turnpike except for I-95 in southeast Pennsylvania. The ban will also be in effect on Rts. 22 and 33 in the Lehigh Valley.
Borough
Hellertown Borough Declares Snow Emergency in Advance of Storm
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In advance of a storm that’s forecast to bring a mix of wintry precipitation to the area Saturday and Sunday, Hellertown borough officials on Friday declared a snow emergency that will take effect at noon on Saturday, and remain in effect until further notice.
Community
5 to 10 Inches of Snow Plus Ice Possible Saturday, Sunday
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In advance of a winter storm that is forecast to affect our area this weekend the National Weather Service Thursday issued a winter storm watch for the Lehigh Valley for 5 to 10 inches of snow as well as ice.
Business
Two Winter Storms Possible Along With ‘Flash Freeze,’ NWS Warns
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The temperatures the Lehigh Valley is currently experiencing may seem rather chilly in the wake of several weeks of milder-than-average temps. But it’s likely to get a whole lot colder, snowier and possibly icier in the days to come, according to National Weather Service meteorologists.
Borough
Hellertown Council Approves 6-Ton Weight Limit for 2 Streets
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Residents of two narrow Hellertown side streets near the Interstate 78 exit at the borough’s northern tip are hopeful a new 6-ton weight limit ordinance approved by borough council Monday will help keep trucks exiting the highway from getting stuck in their neighborhood.
