(Credit: Upper Gwynedd Township)
The township reminded residents to keep fire hydrants clear of snow by at least three feet and to remove portable basketball hoops that could interfere with snow removal efforts
Upper Gwynedd Township officials have issued a Declaration of Snow Emergency ahead of a forecasted winter storm expected to impact southeastern Pennsylvania this weekend.
The snow emergency will take effect Saturday at 5 p.m., giving residents time to prepare for potentially hazardous conditions.
In a post on the township’s official Facebook page, officials stressed the importance of clearing vehicles from streets to ensure snowplows and emergency vehicles can operate safely. “Removing vehicles from the streets is critical,” the announcement said, noting that vehicles left on township roads may be ticketed or towed once the emergency is active.
Residents are also urged to refrain from non-essential travel, clear sidewalks within 24 hours after snowfall ends, and avoid placing snow from private property onto public streets.
The township reminded residents to keep fire hydrants clear of snow by at least three feet and to remove portable basketball hoops that could interfere with snow removal efforts.
In emergencies, residents are instructed to dial 911. Updates will be shared on the township’s website and social media as conditions evolve.
Snow forecast: Sunday into Monday
National and regional forecasts indicate that the Philadelphia region — including Montgomery, Bucks and neighboring counties — may see a significant winter weather event beginning late Saturday night and continuing into Sunday and Monday.
The National Weather Service notes that a low-pressure system will move through the Mid-Atlantic late Sunday into Monday, increasing the probability of measurable snow accumulations of 2 inches or more in the region. Forecast confidence is improving for accumulating snow, though the exact track and intensity of the storm remain uncertain.
Forecasters have warned that snow could begin late Sunday into early Monday, with precipitation potentially continuing into Monday, and temperatures hovering around freezing.
While exact totals are not yet finalized, models show at least light impacts are likely, with the potential for several inches of snow depending on how the system develops.
As snowfall approaches, township officials and weather services urge residents to stay informed, avoid unnecessary travel, and follow all snow emergency protocols
