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A summer of extremes: Understanding Philadelphia's summer storms and changing weather patterns

September 14, 2026  |  PWD Office of Watersheds
Two photos of cars submerged in floodwaters in West Philadelphia. Behind the cars, street signs and houses can be seen.

This summer has given Philadelphians a glimpse of what scientists say the future may hold. In just a few weeks, Philadelphia faced severe storms, flooding, extreme heat, and smoke from Canadian wildfires. Each event was different, but together they show an important trend: extreme weather is becoming more common. For the Philadelphia Water Department (PWD), […]

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