Philadelphia Streets Department Continues Snow Removal Efforts ⁣in⁤ Center City

Crews ⁤in Center City Philadelphia⁤ are continuing to clear ice and snow following the winter⁤ storm that impacted⁣ the region over the weekend. As of January⁣ 28, 2026, the city has ⁣completed its emergency⁤ declaration, but ⁤ongoing operations are focused on removing accumulated snow from key areas.

Snow Removal operations⁢ in Center City

On January 27, 2026, the Philadelphia Streets Department initiated ‍a “Lifting‍ operation” to remove snow⁣ around City Hall. ⁢This involved a concentrated effort to clear roadways and sidewalks in the downtown core.

The following streets were ⁢closed ⁢between 4:00 PM ⁣and midnight on ⁣Tuesday, January 27th,⁣ to facilitate snow removal:

• Penn square around City Hall
• North Broad Street from Arch Street to City Hall
• South Broad Street from Chestnut Street to ⁤City Hall
• 15th‍ Street from Arch⁣ Street to Chestnut Street
• JFK Boulevard from Filbert Street to 16th Street
• East Market Street from 13th Street to City Hall
• West Market Street from 16th Street to City Hall

According to ⁢the⁤ Streets Department, crews had been working ⁢in North Philadelphia for the‍ previous⁢ two days, removing snow⁤ from Girard Avenue and surrounding neighborhoods sence Sunday⁣ night. ⁤Similar removal operations have been carried out in various ⁢neighborhoods throughout the city.

Resources Deployed

The⁢ snow removal operation involves ‍dozens of⁢ specialized ‍units, including heavy machinery, excavators, and loaders. The Philadelphia Streets⁤ department website provides updates on snow⁣ emergencies⁤ and removal efforts.

Residents are advised ⁢to avoid unneeded travel. If driving is essential, they are urged to allow extra‍ time, drive cautiously, and give ⁤snow removal crews ample space to operate safely.

Key Takeaways

• Snow removal operations are ongoing in⁣ Center City Philadelphia following a recent winter storm.
• Several key streets around City Hall ⁣were temporarily closed to facilitate snow removal.
• the Philadelphia Streets Department is utilizing ⁢heavy machinery⁣ and specialized crews for the operation.
• Residents are encouraged to ⁣avoid unnecessary travel and⁣ exercise caution if driving.