10 Inches of Snow Possible in Bensalem

The National Weather Service is now calling for 4 to 10 inches of snow in Bucks County.

A winter storm could bring 4 to 10 inches of snow to the Bensalem area Friday and Saturday, the National Weather Service predicts. A winter storm warning is in effect from 3 p.m. Friday until 6 a.m. on Saturday, according to the weather service. The warning first called for 4 to 8 inches of snow with traces of ice, but was increased to an estimate of 4 to 10 inches. The storm may start as rain and become snow in the afternoon. The warning states that 1 to 2 inches per hour are expected for several hours Friday evening, with a small chance for a thunderstorm. The snow is expected to taper to flurries by dawn on Saturday and be a sunny, but cold afternoon. Bensalem Patch will continue to monitor the forecast, but for now, the weather service…

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Winter Weather Hits Bensalem

Share your snow pics as winter storm Khan brings winter weather to the Bensalem area.

Snow showers courtesy of winter storm Khan have hit the Bensalem area, and a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued, according to the National Weather Service. A Winter Weather Advisory will remain in effect until 1 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 25, according to the weather service. An expected 1 to 2 inches of snow is expected to accumulate. Be careful during your evening commute, the weather service warns, as slick travel conditions will develop quickly. "Be prepared for slippery roads and limited visibilities," the Weather Advisory states. "Use extra caution while driving. Drive at a slower speed and use extra caution." Snow will continue to fall until midnight, the National Weather Service predicts, and the temperature will fall to a low of …

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'Significant Snow' Possible on Friday

According to the Weather Channel, there may be significant snow accumulation on Friday.

The Weather Channel is reporting a chance of significant snow accumulation on Friday, Jan. 25 in Bucks County. The forecast for Friday is calling for a 70 percent chance of snow. Temperatures are expected to be in the mid 20s. The current forecast estimates the snow will be through the area by the weekend. Temperatures will still be chilly though, with highs in the upper 20s on Saturday and low 30s on Sunday. Click here to view the full forecast.

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A Week Of Winter Ahead

Winter's making a prolonged appearance this week...and it could snow more than once before the week is out.

The incoming cold regime will bring some rather cold temperatures by Philadelphia standards to our region ― highs on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday may not break 30 degrees as we get in the grip of some pretty cold air across the eastern half of the nation.  This cold has been largely in the Great Basin so far this month ― parts of Nevada are running more than twenty degrees below normal!  Temperatures here won't be that cold, but could go down to ten degrees colder than average over the coming week. Along with the incoming cold, light snow and flurries could cross the region later on Monday with a weak clipper and also on Wednesday with a relatively weak disturbance.  Monday's system may be more substantive than Wednesday's but either …

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Return To Winter

After flirting with March-like temperatures, we're going to return to winter around the Delaware Valley, with colder temperatures lurking down the line.

  Reality in January isn't temperatures in the 50s or even 60s. "Normal" is highs in the 30s to around 40, which is the air that's more likely in our cards over the coming days. A cold front slides on through during the course of Monday and begins the downward descent in temperatures, with our temperatures dropping from the upper half of the 50s on Monday morning to lower 30s around the region by Tuesday morning. Along with the frontal passage, a wave of energy will push northeast along the front and spread light rain and, perhaps, some light snow along with it. Given the push of the front southeast through the region, the shield of light rain and snow may miss the northwest 'burbs of Philadelphia but be better confined to South Jersey and…

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Snow is Coming, and a Messy Commute

The National Weather Service has issued hazardous weather outlook for tonight and Tuesday.

  The National Weather Service reports that Bucks and Montgomery can expect about an inch of snow overnight - enough to make Tuesday's commute slippery. The Hazardous Weather Outlook posted by NWS states that an additional inch or so could accumulate Tuesday, possibly mixed with rain. Any remaining snow will probably be washed away by afternoon rain. Here's the NWS forecast:

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UPDATE: NWS Issues Winter Weather Advisory

Brooms needed not shovels.

With snow in the forecast, the National Weather Service issued a winter weather advisory for the area including Bucks and Montgomery counties. The advisory is in effect until 10 p.m. Accumulation estimates have increased to 1-2 inches. Snow will develop early this afternoon and fall with varying intensity into the evening commute. The snow is expected to taper off later this evening. Travel will become slick later this afternoon and this evening. Conditions will worsen when the snow falls more heavily and snow covered roads are possible during the evening commute. Winds are northeast up to 5 mph. with temperatures in the lower to mid 30s. It's going to be cold. NBC10 said it feels like a normal February today and tonight. Temperatures will…

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UPDATED: First Snow of 2012 Arrives

Most of us awoke to a beautiful winter scene as a few inches of snow fell overnight. Unfortunately, the storm is ending with freezing rain.

We knew those mild days couldn't last all winter, right? Most of us awoke to see 2 to 3 inches of snow blanketing our yards, marking the first measurable snowfall of the winter. While it's beautiful to look at and fun to play in, the storm is ending with freezing drizzle, which is going to make for a messy Saturday afternoon. NBCPhiladelphia reports that from noon to nightfall, light drizzle and freezing drizzle will cover our area. They are also predicting temperatures will moderate tomorrow and, get this, are predicting a high of 60 with ... wait for it ... thundershowers on Monday.  Today, though, the storm has caused problems on the roads with reports of numerous accidents on I-95 and U.S. Route 1, as well as fender benders on …

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Red Cross Tips for Winter Weather

Pack storm kit, heed warnings and prepare home and car.

  Due to tonight’s impending winter weather, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Red Cross urges residents to take steps now to stay safe. As with any disaster, preparation can be the difference between life and death. The Red Cross recommends that individuals and families prepare for winter storms by: For more information on winter storm preparedness, contact the Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Red Cross at www.redcrossphilly.org. 

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