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Another Winter Storm Headed For Philadelphia Next Week.

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UPDATE: 1.22.2011

Major Winter Storm Arriving Tuesday or Wednesday!

The track is unknown until we see where the center developes.  This is the situation:

1. If the Low tracks closer to the coast we could see a change over from snow to a mixture of snow, sleet and  freezing rain. Areas inland will see higher snow totals because of that.

2. If the Low is further off the coast. The air will remain cold enough and heavy amounts of snow will fall along the I-95 corridor.  As the storm nears, winds will intensify, creating blizzard  conditions which in result will cause downed trees and powerlines. Snow totals could range  anywhere between 6″inches  and  2 feet!! Keep an eye on my blog for future udpates!

Storm Track 1.

Storm Track 2.

Update:1.19.2011

 Yet another Winter Storm will impact us early next week. This one could have the potential to dump over 12″ of snow, maybe 2 feet! There is also the down side of receiving a wintry mix, or just plain rain. Let’s hope the storm stays off the coast just enough to keep us in the snow and get the big stuff! The track is uncertain as always, but one thing for sure is this storm is going to be a monster!

Here is the latest forecast model for Sunday, January 23rd, 2010. The yellow line is the potential track of the storm for next week. 

Some models have this thing exploding into a monster as it rides up the coast. This is going to be a significant weather event for millions of people. Keep your eye on your local forecast over the weekend. Just like a rain dance, a snow dance is always encouraged!

The January 11-12th, 2011 Blizzard

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For the most part this Nor’easter let Philadelphia off the hook. While snowfall totals ranged between 5-8inches around Philly, creating hazardous driving conditions…  the heaviest snow occurred over New England with 2 – 3 feet of snow being recorded in several States including, CT, RI, MA, VT, NH and Maine. I was really hoping for at least 2 feet from this one…The season is young so who knows what old man winter has in store for us for the months to come. Here are some photo from the Blizzard on 1.11-12.2011. Thanks and enjoy!

 

Roads became dangerous to drive on for most vechiles. Still needs to be safe! Don’t take picture’s while you are driving!

Downtown West Chester with heavy snow. January 12th, 2011

Sparks fly up from the plow as it throws 7″ inches of snow to the curb!

 

My favorite thing about snow is it’s ability to tranform any place, urban or scenic into an entirely new landscape. Can’t forget that beautiful scenery! January 12th, 2011.

Over 800 Photos were taken during the blizzard.

Energizer Ultimate Contest UPDATE!

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It’s been a bittersweet victory here in the contest. I have moved onto the final round of judging! Thank you to all who voted! I made thousands of business cards and handed them out anywhere and everywhere I could think of! Shopping Malls, Big Malls, Golf Courses, Bagel Shops, Picture Places, Framers Markets.

Good Morning Champion of the Day September 2nd, 2010!

Many people helped spread the word via NBC News, FOX29 News, Philadelphia Inquirer, facebook, twitter, Penn State websites,  Antonelli Institute, PA Camera Clubs, Flickr Groups, my website traffic, family and friends, fans, insurance agents, golfers, strangers on the street, politicians, it’s been insane! Seriously I can’t believe how much support I got from everyone!  Check back to see who won the Grand Prize! I will let you know as soon as I know!  Many Thanks! And keep spreading the word and Jeff Berkes Photography!

Remnants of Tropical Storm Nicole Brings Historic Flooding to Northeast and Mid Atlantic

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September 30th, 2010. Tropical Storm Nicole is pumping massive amounts of moisture up the eastern seaboard bringing heavy rains, tornadoes and damaging winds to many locations. Flood Warnings were in places for over 48 hours as heavy rain continued to fall over the same areas.  During the afternoon several storms showed weak to moderate mid/low level rotation due to a strong vertical shear profile. The result, a Tornado Watch was issued by the National Weather Service until 8pm EST. As these storms ripped though my area, I was able to capture a mid level funnel on video. Here are some photos from the historic flooding, which occurred September 30th and October 1st, 2010

Hiding from the Rain.

This is where the British crossed the Brandywine to defeat us at the Battle of the Brandywine.  Oddly enough it was fought on September 11th, 1777. This was a key victory for the British, it left Philadelphia undefended and the British took control of the capitol on September 26th, 1777, and held control until June 1778.   This photo was taken October 1st, 2010.

Residential evacuations take place when the flood stage reaches around 12feet. The river was forecasted to rise up to 14feet, but It went higher than that.  Many people had significant water damage along the Brandywine.

Only a portion of a fence peaks above the water. Many Locations were completely submerged with up to 18feet of water!

Heavy Rain and strong winds  continued to blast us most of the Day Thursday.

Downtown West Chester, Pa

As night fell upon me, the rain began to intensify ten fold. Rainfall rates of 2″+per hour soaked us all night.

10:30pm. West Chester, Pa

Walking home in the rain

After a very long night, many people wake up to see the damage caused by the historic rainfall. We really haven’t seen any rain in almost 1 month before this system decided to march on in. When all said and done nearly 10″ of rain fell in less than 24hours. This was the result.

Weather Category Finalist!! National Geographic Magazine & Energizer

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There are (6) six categories and (2) finalists in each category. My photo of “Midnight Lightning” is one of the two Finalists in the Weather category.  The image with the most votes WINS!! The winner of each category will move on to the final round and judged by National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson. Voting Starts August 17th!!!! Check back for more Details!!!!

May 27th, 2010 Hail Producing Supercells!

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Check out these photos from last Thursday’s Chase!! Storms lined up one after another (Training) I basically didn’t have to do much except to wait for each storm to pass until I saw the right one.

SEVERE WEATHER ALERT!

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Thank the Bermuda High off the coast of Southeastern US for our recent warm weather, It’s seems as if we jumped spring and went right into summer.  The temperature reached 90 degrees here to and with a strong cold front moving our way you can expect severe weather to break out across the eastern seaboard.  Storms are beginning to explode over the Mississippi Valley and will be moving through our area tomorrow afternoon and evening. You can expect winds in excess of 60mph, hail, frequent lightning and a possible twister isn’t completely out of the question.

This is what you can expect to see tomorrow. 

 

 

After the “Winter Powerhouse” last weekend, Another Storm is Brewing.

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2.9.2010

Tuesday night…. and the snow is falling once again. We have 3″ new inches on the ground and we are expecting between 18-28+ inches throught Wednesday night.. We only need another 3 inches to break our snowfall record since they first started keeping records in the 1800’s. Get ready for another intense winter powerhouse.  Check back for pictures and video of the last two Nor’Easters soon.

Check out this video I took at 5am as heavy snow bands with thundersnow roared in.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DpVvCTa4hg

 

2.8.2010

As I finish up covering the Blizzard of 2010,  more Winter Storm Warnings are posted for our area around Philadelphia . We just received 30″ of snow Friday into Saturday. Now we are expecting another 15-24″ Tuesday night into Wednesday. The last storm was epic, this storm will just add insult to injury for many in the area. My gear is still out and ready to go. Snow will start Tuesday afternoon and conitnue through Wednesday night.