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Coastal Storm to Blanket Philadelphia with Up to 20 Inches of Snow

2/22/2026

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Summary

Story summary

A coastal storm is set to impact the Philadelphia region, affecting up to 40 million Americans.
The storm will begin on Sunday and last through late Monday, bringing 14 to 18 inches of snow to Philadelphia and suburbs and 14 to 20 inches to South Jersey.
Wind gusts could reach 45 mph, rain will transition to snow by Sunday evening, and coastal flooding is anticipated from Delaware to Cape Cod.

History

Historical Context

The Great Blizzard of 1888, occurring from March 11 to 14, was one of the deadliest blizzards in U.S. history, claiming over 400 lives and paralyzing the East Coast from Chesapeake Bay to Maine. This storm prompted significant changes in infrastructure, including the underground placement of telegraph and railway lines, highlighting urban vulnerability to severe winter weather and the need for improved preparedness.

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Story summary

A coastal storm is set to impact the Philadelphia region, affecting up to 40 million Americans.
The storm will begin on Sunday and last through late Monday, bringing 14 to 18 inches of snow to Philadelphia and suburbs and 14 to 20 inches to South Jersey.
Wind gusts could reach 45 mph, rain will transition to snow by Sunday evening, and coastal flooding is anticipated from Delaware to Cape Cod.

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