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State, local governments declare snow emergencies

(WBRE/WYOU) — Gov. Shapiro and multiple local municipalities declared snow emergencies and snow bans. Along with Tier 4 vehicle restrictions on all major Pennsylvania interstates and the Turnpike, Gov. Shapiro signed a proclamation of disaster emergency to more easily access resources in preparation for Sunday's winter storm. According to a release from Shapiro's office, the [...]

Home destroyed after house fire in Luzerne County

HUNLOCK TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Officials say that a home is a total loss after a devastating fire in Luzerne County on Friday afternoon. Hunlock Creek Volunteer Fire Company Fire Chief Steven Pavlica said that crews were called around 4:30 p.m. to the 3000 block of Main Road for a reported working house fire. Pavlica [...]

Remembering heating safety before the Arctic Assault

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)—Now imagine your heating system goes out just as the temps dip below zero —worst-case scenario. There are backup heat sources that will keep your house warm, but are they safe? 28/22 News reporter Avery Nape spoke to an expert about the most efficient options and what not to do. With frigid [...]

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