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June 03, 2021 08:30 AM
By: Steve Travis, NWS State College Meteorologist

Lightning occurs every year in PA. Have you ever wondered how lightning forms and how to stay safe from it?


May 07, 2021 08:45 AM
By: Jeff Jumper, PEMA, State Meteorologist

The Atlantic Hurricane Season is nearing quickly – beginning June 1! Learn about how hurricanes can impact Pennsylvania.


April 15, 2021 10:30 AM
By: Richard Vague, Secretary, PA Department of Banking and Securities; David (Randy) Padfield, Director, PA Emergency Management Agency; Stacy Garrity, PA State Treasurer

Regardless of one’s financial situation, there is something that everyone can, and should, do to be better able to recover after a disaster.


March 08, 2021 07:00 AM
By: PEMA

Do you know the difference between a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning? Learn more here.


February 03, 2021 10:15 AM
By: PEMA

One area most impacted by PA winter weather extremes is utilities. Learn how you can stay safe before, during, and after utility disruption.


January 05, 2021 04:00 PM
By: PEMA

Still trying to think of a New Year’s resolution that you can actually stick with? Resolve to be ready!


December 15, 2020 01:00 PM
By: Jeff Jumper, PEMA, State Meteorologist

Snow squalls, similar to summertime thunderstorms, are typically small storms that pack a big punch.


December 09, 2020 11:00 AM
By: PEMA

Getting a flu vaccine to protect yourself, your family, and your community is so important.


November 13, 2020 11:45 AM
By: PA Office of the State Fire Commissioner

More cooking fires occur during Thanksgiving than any other day of the year. Learn how to prevent home fires around the holidays.


October 14, 2020 03:00 PM
By: PEMA

​October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. This year’s theme is Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.