Weather

The Category 5 storm is one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history.

Hurricane Melissa made landfall in Jamaica as its strongest storm since records began.

The Hurricane Hunters faced severe turbulence as they captured stunning footage from inside the monster storm.

POINT TOWNSHIP — Preparations will begin next week for a roadway resurfacing and drainage improvement project Route 405 in Point Township.

While the West got some early rain and hope for a wet winter, conditions worsened in parts of the South, the southern plains, and along the Atlantic Coast.

Some parts of the country might need their snow shovel more often this winter thanks to La Niña.

With the first significant winter weather event forecasted this week, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is providing the below winter driving advice for motorists to consider if traveling is necessary.

BLOOMSBURG – The Bloomsburg Police Department is notifying all residents of a potential flooding hazard. Heavy rain is expected over the next 18 hours along with warm temperatures that will bring a large amount of water into Fishing Creek and the Susquehanna River. As of 11:00 AM this date the river is expected to crest at 7:00 PM Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 26.4 feet (7 feet above flood stage).

The Bloomsburg Police Department is providing notification to all residents who live in the “West End” of Bloomsburg of the potential for Fishing Creek to flood. Fishing Creek can be unpredictable under the heavy rain conditions we have experienced over the last several days.

​All residents west of Railroad St. should be preparing to evacuate with short notice. Have personal items ready to go with the possibility of being away for up to 72 hours. Move valuables to a second story if possible. Residents should consider leaving now to reduce the possibility be caught unaware.

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) reminds Pennsylvanians of all ages to stay safe during the winter months, while driving or enjoying many outdoor activities. With variations in temperature and density of snow, outdoor activities and driving can become more dangerous than adults or children realize, leading to injury and even death.

PennDOT District 3 reminds every one of the following safety guidelines: