Winter Storm Warning Issued for Eastern Pennsylvania; Up to 16 Inches of Snow Expected

Source: NOAA · Eastern Pennsylvania

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Berks, Lehigh, and surrounding counties, forecasting heavy snow and high winds starting Sunday morning.

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Record type
Winter Storm Warning
Affected area
Eastern Pennsylvania
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Mount Holly NJ

Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Eastern Pennsylvania.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) Mount Holly NJ has issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties in Pennsylvania. The alert is effective from 7:00 AM EST Sunday, February 22, through 6:00 PM EST Monday, February 23.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions in Pennsylvania:

  • Berks County
  • Lehigh County
  • Northampton County
  • Carbon County
  • Monroe County

Expected Conditions

Residents should prepare for severe winter weather conditions, including:

  • Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches are expected.
  • Wind: Winds are forecasted to gust as high as 45 mph.
  • Visibility: Blowing snow is likely, which could significantly reduce visibility for motorists.
  • Impacts: Travel could become very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact both the Monday morning and evening commutes. Additionally, gusty winds may bring down tree branches.

Timeline

The Winter Storm Warning begins at 7:00 AM EST on Sunday, February 22, and is scheduled to end at 6:00 PM EST on Monday, February 23.

What You Should Do

The NWS advises that if you must travel, you should keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in your state, you can call 5-1-1. Preparation should be completed before the onset of the storm on Sunday morning.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Berks, Lehigh, and surrounding counties, forecasting heavy snow and high winds starting Sunday morning.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Eastern Pennsylvania. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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