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Bitter Cold Descends on Saucon Valley Area

Some of the coldest air in several years has arrived in eastern Pennsylvania--including the Saucon Valley area--and temperatures are forecast to remain well below normal over the next couple of days.

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Forecast: Snowstorm to Be Followed by Brutal Cold

A winter storm is in the forecast for eastern Pennyslvania, including the Saucon Valley area, with 5 to 8 inches of snow on Sunday to be followed by temperatures that could dip below zero, according to forecasters.

Light Snow Blankets Hellertown Area: PHOTOS

Although it wasn't enough to cancel school, the snow that blanketed Hellertown and surrounding areas Monday made for some pretty scenery and opportunities to test drive newly-gifted sleds.

Friday Night Could Be Icy, Forecasters Say

A wintry weather pattern will continue Friday night, according to forecasters, with a chance of freezing rain prompting the National Weather Service to issue a winter weather advisory for the area.

Wind Advisory Issued for Thursday

Batten down the hatches. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory for portions of Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday.

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Winter Storm Watch Issued for Areas North of LV

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a winter storm watch for Carbon and Monroe counties, anticipating heavy wet snow from Thursday afternoon through Friday afternoon.

Gusty Winds, Low Humidity Could Amplify Fire Danger

The National Weather Service has warned of an increased risk for fire spread across eastern Pennsylvania on Friday afternoon due to a combination of low relative humidity and gusty winds.

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Delaware River Basin Commission Considering Water Supply Emergency

The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) is considering declaring a water supply emergency, as the region experiences persistent dry conditions, according to a press release.

Fire Breaks Out at Upper Saucon Compost Center

Fire departments from throughout the area responded to a brush fire that broke out at the Upper Saucon Township compost center in the 4400 block of Liberty Road Friday afternoon.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Gusty Winds, Low Humidity in Eastern PA

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low humidity across eastern Pennsylvania, including Northampton, Lehigh, Bucks, Carbon, Monroe and other counties. The warning is in effect from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday.