Philadelphia OEM

The official Twitter account of the City of Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management. Account not monitored 24/7. If you have an emergency, please call 911.

[PECO @PECOconnect]

Heavy winds and rain impacted parts of our service area. Do not go near downed power lines, trees or poles. For emergencies, contact PECO at 1-800-841-4141. To report an outage, visit https://t.co/VZ9QRrr1Kv

[Philadelphia Parks & Recreation @PhilaParkandRec]

⚠️ Tree Emergency Response 🌳 ⛈️

-Call 911 (tel:911) if a tree is blocking a road or has fallen on a home, car, or other property.

-Call PECO (800-841-4141 (tel:[phone])) if downed wires are involved.

-Use 311 for non-emergency tree issues.

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

The storm system that just moved through our area caused trees and power lines to come down. If you encounter a downed power line, stay far away and assume it's energized. Call 911 if there's an immediate danger. More about reporting downed trees:
https://t.co/LOFTEvHnFQ

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

From our Alert & Warning program: National Weather Service issues Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 3:30pm. High winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning possible. Flash Flood Warning until 6:45pm. Dangerous flooding is possible. Do not drive through flooded roads.

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 3:30 PM. High winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning possible. Seek shelter. https://t.co/IzWowZMNyv

ASL Link: https://t.co/bBBbNcpw3K

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

I-76 WB is now open. Traffic has begun moving but expect residual delays. Traffic information can be found at https://t.co/MWwMpgW9rI.

ASL Link: https://t.co/6vzv9KZDcQ

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Happy 100 Years to the Ben Franklin Bridge! @DRPA_PAandNJ

It’s great to see OEMers, visitors, and the community out to celebrate!

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Westbound I-76 Schuylkill Expressway remains closed at Belmont Ave/Green Lane due to police activity. Delays in Eastbound lanes. Use caution traveling. Check PennDOT’s real-time traffic site for updates https://t.co/HP6Cmqd0h8

[511PA Statewide @511PAStatewide]

Police activity on I-76 westbound between Exit 339: US 1 SOUTH - CITY AVE and Exit 338: BELMONT AVE/GREEN LANE. All lanes closed. https://t.co/gdraQOqxTt

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

In town for Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game events, FIFA Fan Festival, or just to be in town? Use the new wayfinding kiosks around Center City and the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to help guide your way!

[Citizens Bank Park @PhilliesCBP]

Your guide to All-Star Saturday in Philly

More info: https://t.co/kUhSDWge9k

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Philadelphia prepares for Major League Baseball’s All-Star week activities July 10th through July 14th. Find MLB ASG event details along with road closures, transportation, hospitality hub locations, and more in the City’s blog: https://t.co/q7b4VInOeI

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

In town for Major League Baseball’s All-Star events? SEPTA is the region’s mass transit provider. Check out their MLB ASG information page for details on getting around town and down to Citizens Bank Park. https://t.co/7hNosK6Mea

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Major League Baseball: You’re up! Philadelphia’s celebration of the 250th birthday of America continues with the Midsummer Classic All-Star Game. If you’re in town for any of the great events that start today, check out Visit Philly’s Things to Do guide: https://t.co/OKsmv2GpEk

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

If you’re traveling to the shore, FIFA Fan Festival, or MLB All-Star events —make alternate plans. The Walt Whitman and Betsy Ross Bridges will be open. Follow @DRPA_PAandNJ for updates. (2/2)

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Travel Advisory: The Ben Franklin Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic on Saturday, July 11, from 8:30am to 4pm. It will be open to pedestrians to celebrate the 100th birthday of the bridge. Read more and register if interested in attending: https://t.co/QIC5RYkbJW (1/2)

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

If you see an inlet that is clogged or not draining, call the Philadelphia Water Department at 215-685-6300.

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

Our Emergency Management Liaison Officer is surveying areas of the city that experience flooding. A heavy amount of rainfall in a short period can overwhelm sewer inlet drainage systems. When heavy rainfall happens, avoid flood-prone roads and low-lying areas like underpasses.

[FIFA World Cup 26 Philadelphia™ @FWC26Philly]

Unfortunately, the weather's not cooperating today.

#FIFAFanFestival will be back tomorrow for Belgium-Spain.

[Philadelphia OEM @PhilaOEM]

From our ReadyPhiladelphia Alert & Warning program: Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS until 6pm tonight. Heavy rain possible over the next few hours that could overwhelm drainage inlets and cause road flooding. Never drive through flooded roads. More: https://t.co/4FSMboWv28

[Philly311 @philly311]

Not sure how to use 311? Think of as a non emergency number for services. A pot hole in your neighborhood? There is a request for that. Your street light is out in front of your home? There is a request for that. Your trash was missed and you want it picked up? Give us a call!