Photograph by Charles Hoopes: Snow-covered trees "Over the Brandywine."

Winter Weather Advisory

Friday, January 28, 2022

A winter weather advisory is in effect for Upper Uwchlan Township and our region through 3 pm tomorrow, Saturday January 29. Accumulating snow is expected to begin Friday, becoming heavier Friday night through Saturday morning.

The National Weather Service reports expected total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches and winds gusting as high as 40 mph. The accumulation may lead to slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving.

Visit the National Weather Service forecast office for our region at weather.gov/phi for an up-to-date forecast.

Image of a car parked alongside a snow covered road. NO STREET PARKING during ice and snow events.

Street Parking Prohibited

Now is the time to move your car off the street!

Residents are reminded to remove all vehicles from public roadways during a winter weather event – There is NO PARKING on the roadway during snow and ice events that require plowing and/or salting. Vehicles parked on the roadway interfere with plowing and salting operations and will be ticketed and/or towed.

Stay Informed, Be Prepared

Sign up for Chester County weather and emergency alerts through Ready Chesco at www.readychesco.org. Comprehensive information about being prepared for snowstorms and cold can also be found at ready.gov/winter. Upper Uwchlan Township’s winter weather information and snow plow tracker may be found at upperuwchlan-pa.gov/snow.

Report outages to PECO

The wind in the forecast means that power outages are a possibility. Please call your electric provider (not 9-1-1) to report a power outage. To report downed power lines and outages to PECO, visit peco.com/outages or call 1-800-841-4141. View the PECO outage map at this link. Keep in mind that outages may also affect your phone and internet service.

To prepare for potential power outages, make sure your emergency kit is stocked with flashlights and extra batteries, as well as non-perishable food, water, and warm clothing. NEVER use portable generators indoors or attempt to heat your home with an oven or stove.

Shoveling Tips

It is a property owner’s responsibility to maintain the walkways free of snow and ice. Residents are reminded to clear their sidewalks or walkways no longer than 12 hours from the conclusion of a snow/ice event.

Shoveling can take a toll on your health! Dress warmly, take frequent breaks, and consult your doctor if you have a heart condition.

Do not deposit snow (shovel and/or snow blower) into the roadway when clearing your driveway or sidewalks. The USPS would like to remind you to clear the snow from the front of your mailbox to facilitate mail delivery.

Image of a snow shovel. "Watershed-Friendly Snow Removal: Reduce use of chemical deicers! You’ll save money and minimize damage to plants and vehicles. Plus, you’ll be helping to keep local waterways healthy.