October 29, 2024 - About 1 hour ago
Due to the ongoing dry conditions, the Township of Spring Board of Supervisors has passed a resolution banning outdoor open burning in the Township until further notice. Open burning includes the ignition and subsequent burning of any combustible material (including but not limited to garbage, leaves, twigs, wood, litter, paper, vegetative matter involved with land clearing, or any sort of debris) out of doors either in a burn barrel, backyard fire pit or on the ground. The use of propane or gas stoves, charcoal briquette grills, or the use of tobacco in any form is not covered under this burn ban. Township residents are encouraged to responsibly dispose of cigarettes and related products to minimize the risk of fire. All residents are also being asked to take all reasonable measures to conserve water. Unnecessary use of water is prohibited for a period of not more than thirty (30) days from today, 10/29/24. Unnecessary use of water shall include, but is not limited to, watering of…
October 26, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 222 southbound in Muhlenberg Township on the ramp to Route 61 northbound, reported to be possibly multiple motorcycles down, multiple injuries. Accident on 222 southbound in Muhlenberg Township on the ramp to Route 61 northbound, reported to be possibly multiple motorcycles down, multiple injuries.
October 26, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 176 North in Robeson Township near mile marker 5.4, reported to be a 2 vehicles, 1 vehicle rolled over with ejection.
October 25, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on 222 North in Muhlenberg Township before Stoudts Ferry Bridge Road, reported to be a vehicle overturned with possible ejection. Accident on 222 North in Muhlenberg Township before Stoudts Ferry Bridge Road, reported to be a vehicle overturned with possible ejection.
October 24, 2024 - Thursday
There continues to be an increased risk of fire spread into Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Relative humidity is expected to drop into the 25 to 35 percent range across much of the area. These low relative humidity values are combined with west winds around 10 to 15 mph and temperatures in the low to mid 60s, and abundant sunshine. These conditions will support the spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control. There continues to be an increased risk of fire spread into Friday, according to the National Weather Service. Relative humidity is expected to drop into the 25 to 35 percent range across much of the area. These low relative humidity values are combined with west winds around 10 to 15 mph and temperatures in the low to mid 60s, and abundant sunshine. These conditions will support the spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control.
October 24, 2024 - Thursday
Fire Police have been dispatched to close Columbia Ave in Sinking Spring between Woodrow Ave and Penn Ave due to a malfunctioning freight train that is blocking several crossing in the area. Fire Police have been dispatched to close Columbia Ave in Sinking Spring between Woodrow Ave and Penn Ave due to a malfunctioning freight train that is blocking several crossing in the area. Traffic is heavy in the area, use alternative route if possible.
October 23, 2024 - Thursday
There is an increased risk of fire spread on Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Relative humidity values are expected to fall to around 30 to 40 percent across much of the area. This will be combined with north to northwest winds near around 15 mph with 20 to 25 mph gusts, temperatures in the mid to upper 60s, and abundant sunshine. These conditions will support the spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control.
October 23, 2024 - Thursday
Blue Marsh Lake officials are reminding the public that the courtesy docks have been removed for the season. All launches remain open for winter boating activities. Remember, always wear your life jacket to reduce the risk of drowning from cold water shock/immersion. Blue Marsh Lake officials are reminding the public that the courtesy docks have been removed for the season. All launches remain open for winter boating activities. Remember, always wear your life jacket to reduce the risk of drowning from cold water shock/immersion.
October 23, 2024 - Thursday
The Ruscombmanor Fire Company has issued a Burn Ban until further notice as of 10/22/2024. No open burning, burn barrel.
October 23, 2024 - Thursday
Accident on New Holland Road in Kenhorst at Haig Blvd, reported to be 2 vehicles with unknown injuries. Accident on New Holland Road in Kenhorst at Haig Blvd, reported to be 2 vehicles with unknown injuries.
October 22, 2024 - Thursday
The National Weather Service has recorded a record high temperature set in Reading Tuesday. The temperature has reached 86 degrees so far this afternoon. This breaks the daily record high temperature of 83 degrees, which was set in 1979. Temperature records for Reading date back to January of 1888.
October 22, 2024 - Thursday
There is an increased risk of fire spread Wednesday afternoon. Relative humidity values are expected to fall to around 35 to 45 percent across much of the area.
October 22, 2024 - 7 days ago
Accident on Route 61 in Muhlenberg Township south of Hartman Road, reported to be one vehicle overturned blocking traffic. All occupants out of the vehicle. Accident on Route 61 in Muhlenberg Township south of Hartman Road, reported to be one vehicle overturned blocking traffic. All occupants out of the vehicle.
October 22, 2024 - 8 days ago
Accident on 222 north in Spring Township just before the Tulpehocken Overpass, reported to be a jack knife tractor trailer blocking both lanes.
October 22, 2024 - 8 days ago
Amity Township has declared a Burn Ban until further notice. The township says it will re-evaluate after a measurable rainfall.
October 19, 2024 - 10 days ago
Accident on 222 south in Richmond Township just prior to Krause Road, reported with injuries, one person unconscious. Accident on 222 south in Richmond Township just prior to Krause Road, reported with injuries, one person unconscious.
October 19, 2024 - 11 days ago
Accident on 422 West in the City of Reading at the top off the Lancaster Ave on-ramp, reported to be 3 vehicles with injuries, blocking the ramp. Use caution when traveling through the area. Accident on 422 West in the City of Reading at the top off the Lancaster Ave on-ramp, reported to be 3 vehicles with injuries, blocking the ramp. Use caution when traveling through the area.
October 18, 2024 - 11 days ago
Accident on 422 East in West Reading at the Penn Ave ramp, reported to be with injuries. The left lane of traffic is blocked, causing heavy traffic to back up to the 222/422 interchange. Accident on 422 East in West Reading at the Penn Ave ramp, reported to be with injuries. The left lane of traffic is blocked, causing heavy traffic to back up to the 222/422 interchange.
October 18, 2024 - 11 days ago
Due to lack of precipitation over the last few months RAWA is issuing a Mandatory Conservation Notice for the City of Reading and the surrounding service areas. A Mandatory 10 to 15% water use restriction is requested at this time. Due to lack of precipitation over the last few months RAWA is issuing a Mandatory Conservation Notice for the City of Reading and the surrounding service areas. A Mandatory 10 to 15% water use restriction is requested at this time.
October 18, 2024 - 11 days ago
There is an increased risk of fire spread through this afternoon. Relative humidity values are expected to fall to around 20% to 25% across much of the area. This will be combined with north to northeast winds near 10 to 15 mph, with sporadic gusts of 18 to 20 mph possible at times, temperatures in the mid 60s to near 70 degrees, and abundant sunshine. These conditions will support the spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control.
October 17, 2024 - 12 days ago
Lisa Snyder was sentenced today to 2 consecutive sentences of Life in Prison without Parole, followed by 8½ -17 years in prison on the remaining charges. Snyder was convicted last month of two counts of 1st Degree Murder for the deaths of her two children, Conner and Brinley, in September 2019. The investigation was led by PA State Police Troopers Ian Keck and Daniel Womer. The case was tried by ADAs Meg McCallum and Ken Brown. Lisa Snyder was sentenced today to 2 consecutive sentences of Life in Prison without Parole, followed by 8½ -17 years in prison on the remaining charges. Snyder was convicted last month of two counts of 1st Degree Murder for the deaths of her two children, Conner and Brinley, in September 2019. The investigation was led by PA State Police Troopers Ian Keck and Daniel Womer. The case was tried by ADAs Meg McCallum and Ken Brown.
October 17, 2024 - 12 days ago
Accident at the intersection of Lakeview Drive and Wayne Ave in Wyomissing, reported to be 2 vehicles, 1 on its side, with entrapment. Accident at the intersection of Lakeview Drive and Wayne Ave in Wyomissing, reported to be 2 vehicles, 1 on its side, with entrapment.
October 17, 2024 - 12 days ago
Accident on 422 West in West Reading just past the Penn Ave overpass, reported to be 2 vehicles.
October 17, 2024 - 12 days ago
Temperatures this morning dropped below freezing across most locations in northeastern Pennsylvania and northwestern New Jersey. As a result, the growing season has now ended for the following counties. The National Weather Service has issued the following statement: Temperatures this morning dropped below freezing across most locations in northeastern Pennsylvania and northwestern New Jersey. As a result, the growing season has now ended for the following counties: Pennsylvania: Carbon, Monroe, Northampton, Lehigh, Berks, Upper Bucks and Western Montgomery. New Jersey: Sussex, Warren, Morris, Hunterdon and Somerset.