Emergency Management

In the event that inclement weather prevents B&L Disposal Services from collecting the recycling on Wednesday, December 16th, it will be picked up the following day – Thursday, December 17th.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning. Snow and wintry conditions are expected Wednesday into Thursday. Please exercise caution. In the event of a snow emergency, please refer to the following guidelines:

Snow Emergency Info

In the event of an emergency, please refer to the following:

Winter Emergency Notice: Snow Emergency Routes

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Strong to severe storms and local flooding are possible during the evening of Tuesday, September 2 and afternoon through evening on Wednesday, September 3.

Weather resources:
Yeadon, PA: Weather.com
Accuweather Yeadon Forecast
Weather Underground Yeadon, PA

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Strong to severe storms and local flooding are possible late Friday through Saturday, August 28-29.

Weather resources:
Yeadon, PA: Weather.com
Accuweather Yeadon Forecast
Weather Underground Yeadon, PA

Heavy rain leading to flash flooding will be possible today into this evening.

Hazardous Weather: Showers and thunderstorms today and tonight will be capable of heavy rain. Much of the region is more vulnerable than normal to flash flooding due to the heavy rain last week, so it may not take as much rain today to cause flash flooding.

Locations affected: The highest risk for heavy rain leading to flash flooding is across northern Delmarva, much of southeastern Pennsylvania, and portions of southwestern, central, and northern New Jersey (see the attached graphic).

Timing: Although showers and thunderstorms will be possible through the day and overnight, the period of greatest concern is this afternoon and this evening.

For more info visit http://www.weather.gov/phi/

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In light of the effects of Hurricane Isaias on our region, Delaware County Emergency Services, along with neighboring counties that affected by flooding, havs been working with Voluntary Agencies Active in Disaster (VOAD) partners to establish the Hurricane Isaias Home Cleanup Hotline to support affected homeowners.

Residents should call 1-844-965-1386 (toll-free) to provide details about the extent of storm-related damages. The information will be shared with volunteers from local disaster relief organizations, community groups, and faith communities who may be able to help.

Call the Hurricane Isaias Home Cleanup Hotline if you need help with these types of services:

• Cutting fallen trees
• Removing affected drywall, flooring, and appliances
• Tarping roofs
• Mitigating mold

These services are performed by volunteers and will be provided at no cost to the resident. Service is not guaranteed, however. Resources are limited. After providing your information to the Hotline, you may be contacted by a representative from a participating organization who will determine if they are able to provide help.

The Hurricane Isaias Home Cleanup Hotline will remain open through Friday, August 28, 2020. Calls are answered by volunteers generally during business hours, but residents can call and leave a message at any time. A volunteer will return the call as soon as possible.

PLEASE NOTE: This Hotline does not provide help with social services such as food, clothing, and shelter. It also does not offer information about insurance, questions about FEMA assistance, or provide financial support. If you need assistance with concerns not related to cleaning your home, you can call 2-1-1 or text your zip code to 898-211.

Delaware County Emergency Services has advised that multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms will affect the region through Friday night. The thunderstorms will be capable of producing locally heavy rain which could cause flash flooding, especially given that the ground remains saturated from recent heavy rainfall. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are also possible, but heavy rain will be the primary threat.
Locations affected: Northeastern Maryland, Delaware, southeastern Pennsylvania, and southern and central New Jersey.
Please stay out of floodwater and follow the tips below:

• Always follow warnings about flooded roads.
• Do not drive in flooded areas—cars or other vehicles will not protect you from floodwaters. They can be swept away or may stall in moving water.
• If you have to be in or near floodwater, wear a life jacket, especially if the water is rising.
• Wash your hands with soap and water if you have been in floodwater. If you do not have soap or water, use alcohol-based wipes or sanitizer. Floodwater can contain many things that may harm health, including germs, dangerous chemicals, human and livestock waste, wild or stray animals, downed power lines, and other contaminants that can make you sick.

PECO Responds to Tropical Storm Isias

On Tuesday, August 4, our region experienced Tropical Storm Isaias, which ravaged the area with high winds and heavy rain. Some local areas experienced high wind gusts, which brought down trees, damaged buildings, and in more extreme cases, destroyed property.

As a result, electric equipment has been damaged, and is impacting electric service for 300,000 customers. Our crews are actively assessing the damage, and are focused on aggressively working to restore service to customers as quickly and safely as possible.

PECO’s Emergency Response Organization is activated with crews working around the clock to restore service. We won’t stop until every customer has their lights on. Thank you for your continued patience during these difficult times – we will power through this together.