As It Happened - Feb. 2, 2021
Snow emergency lifted in Philly after city’s biggest snowfall in 5 years leaves lingering impact on roads and services; another threat Sunday?
After fitful spurts of falling and blowing snow, wind gusts to near 50 mph, coastal flooding, and a marathon of sleet, forecasters promise the lingering storm really is exiting Tuesday.
A resident tries out his new snowplow in Norristown on Tuesday.
What you should know
The Philadelphia region has been enduring a marathon storm that began Sunday afternoon, with snow continuing Tuesday.
The city lifted its snow emergency early Tuesday afternoon. Trash and recycling collection was canceled Monday and Tuesday, but the city plans to resume Wednesday.
All six of New Jersey’s mega-sites for coronavirus vaccinations are closed on Tuesday.
Another coastal storm could affect the region Sunday into Monday.