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Last updated: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 4:28AM GMT
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- The massive cleanup effort will continue on Tuesday after a winter storm slammed the Philadelphia region.

Officials have stressed that road conditions may still be dangerous, especially with temperatures plummeting this week.

The next chance of widespread precipitation doesn't come until the weekend, and we will be watching to see whether a nor'easter forms and tracks along the coast or mainly stays out to sea.

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Here are the latest headlines as the cleanup begins.

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Jan 26, 2026, 2:34 AM GMT

NJ Transit announces service update for Monday

NJ TRANSIT expects to begin a phased resumption of service on Monday.

All three light rail lines - Newark Light Rail, Hudson-Bergen Light Rail, and River LINE - will operate on a weekday schedule to start the day.

Customers should expect delays and possible select train cancellations as crews continue clearing secondary roadways.

Later in the morning and afternoon, NJ TRANSIT will continue monitoring roadway conditions to support a gradual ramp-up of bus and Access Link service as conditions safely permit.

Crews will also work overnight and into the morning to inspect infrastructure and ensure NJ TRANSIT's 165 rail stations, system assets, and Amtrak's Northeast Corridor are prepared for the safe and reliable resumption of commuter rail service.

Updates on bus and rail service will be communicated as soon as information becomes available

Customers are encouraged to check NJTRANSIT.com or the NJ TRANSIT mobile app for the latest service updates before traveling.

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Jan 25, 2026, 11:51 PM GMT

Storm impacts remain high

We still have several hours to go with our winter storm.

Impacts remain high, especially with widespread sleet and some freezing rain that's starting to develop. Tricky travel is expected to continue into Monday morning.

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Jan 26, 2026, 12:22 AM GMT

Drivers forced to take it slow as snow blankets King of Prussia

Along Route 202 in King of Prussia on Sunday, video captured car after car spinning out and getting stuck.

If you had four-wheel drive, you could get around.

"What are you doing out here?" asked Action News' Chad Pradelli.

Drivers forced to take it slow as snow blankets KOP

"Visiting a friend and getting some food," said Janet Carboni of Warrington, Pa., who ventured out during the storm.

Mark Rayfield's dog was spotted taking a bathroom break during a quick walk.

Rayfield drove from Boston on Sunday after visiting family.

"It wasn't bad until Connecticut. New York City was bad... a lot of closed roads, trucks stuck. Everything was fine until you hit plows, then it slows you down," he said.

Most businesses in the area were closed.

Wegmans stayed open, but good luck finding those special ingredients.

"I needed some tomatoes for my soup to keep warm today, and they are all out pretty much of everything," said Mark Fernandez of King of Prussia.

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Jan 25, 2026, 11:45 PM GMT

South Jersey residents digging out from heavy snow

It was heavy snowfall that many South Jersey residents haven't seen in years.

"It's a lot. We had like two years without this, and it keeps on coming," said Edward Maguire of Cherry Hill on Sunday.

For 5-year-old Anthony, it's the first time he's ever experienced a major winter storm.

South Jersey residents digging out from heavy snow

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He was bundled up and hard at work with his stepfather, Eric Easter, at their home on Valley Run Drive in Cherry Hill. This is their second shift outside, removing inches of snow from the car and the sidewalk.

"Might go to the park and might do some sledding. Once the work is done, we'll play and have fun," Easter said.

Meanwhile, crews are working around the clock to clear the wintry mix and treat the roads.

READ MORE | Travel restrictions on NJ highways, including AC Expressway, Parkway and Turnpike

NJDOT deployed about 4,000 pieces of equipment, and the township's Department of Public Works is plowing in phases to make the streets safe.

"I'm sure the local guys are doing the best they can. I give them a lot of leeway," Maguire said.

A State of Emergency and several travel restrictions remain in effect. Drivers are urged to stay off the roads if possible.