February 25, 2026 - Thursday
Via NWS: With temperatures falling into the 20s, any runoff or standing water from melting snow will freeze, resulting in patchy black ice, especially on untreated roadways. Black ice is difficult to see and makes roads very slippery. Via NWS: With temperatures falling into the 20s, any runoff or standing water from melting snow will freeze, resulting in patchy black ice, especially on untreated roadways. Black ice is difficult to see and makes roads very slippery.
February 24, 2026 - Thursday
The Berks County Coroner’s Office is asking for public assistance in locating Next of Kin. The decedent’s name is Mark Polino, a 60-year-old male from the Reading area who passed away on 2/24/2026. Anyone with information can contact the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280. The Berks County Coroner’s Office is asking for public assistance in locating Next of Kin. The decedent’s name is Mark Polino, a 60-year-old male from the Reading area who passed away on 2/24/2026. Anyone with information can contact the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280.
February 24, 2026 - 8 days ago
With a fresh snowpack and cold air advection behind the departing storm, a cold night is on tap for the region with lows bottoming out in the teens to low 20s. There may be some areas where winds can become light enough for radiational cooling, and then even colder temperatures are possible. Via NWS: Black Ice Will Develop on Area Roads Tonight. With a fresh snowpack and cold air advection behind the departing storm, a cold night is on tap for the region with lows bottoming out in the teens to low 20s. There may be some areas where winds can become light enough for radiational cooling, and then even colder temperatures are possible.
February 23, 2026 - 8 days ago
The National Weather Service has released snow fall reports for Berks County as of 8 AM 2/23/26: The National Weather Service has released snow fall reports for Berks County as of 8 AM 2/23/26:
February 22, 2026 - 9 days ago
The County of Berks and the County Court System has announced that Berks County offices and the courts will be closed on Monday, February 23. County departments with 24/7 operations will follow their established policies and protocols. The County of Berks and the County Court System has announced that Berks County offices and the courts will be closed on Monday, February 23. County departments with 24/7 operations will follow their established policies and protocols.
February 21, 2026 - 10 days ago
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from 7 AM Sunday to 6 PM Monday. Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
February 21, 2026 - 10 days ago
Information circulating on social media about the City of Reading’s next fire chief is not final, according to a city spokesperson. Information circulating on social media about the City of Reading’s next fire chief is not final, according to a city spokesperson.
February 21, 2026 - 11 days ago
Reading Police and EMS responded to reports of a shooting Friday evening, 5:22 PM, in the 500 block of East Wyomissing Blvd., initially described as a male victim suffering a gunshot wound to the arm. Reading Police and EMS responded to reports of a shooting Friday evening, 5:22 PM, in the 500 block of East Wyomissing Blvd., initially described as a male victim suffering a gunshot wound to the arm.
February 20, 2026 - 11 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for Berks County from Sunday morning 6 AM through Monday 6 PM. Heavy snow, with total snow accumulations exceeding 6 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 35 mph. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
February 18, 2026 - 13 days ago
The Berks County Coroner’s Office is requesting public assistance in locating Next of Kin. The decedent’s name is Harold Lundy, a 65-year-old male from the Reading area who passed away on 2/17/2026. Anyone with information can contact the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280. The Berks County Coroner’s Office is requesting public assistance in locating Next of Kin. The decedent’s name is Harold Lundy, a 65-year-old male from the Reading area who passed away on 2/17/2026. Anyone with information can contact the Berks County Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280.
February 17, 2026 - 14 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued a Dense Fog Advisory for Berks County from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM Wednesday. Visibility one quarter to one half mile in dense fog. Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous. If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
February 16, 2026 - 15 days ago
The National Weather Service has released snow fall reports for Berks County:
February 11, 2026 - 20 days ago
Route 12 Eastbound is down to one lane (right lane closed) due to a water main break near the Dunkin Donuts. Reading Area Water Authority is on-scene and making repairs. Expect delays traveling through the area. Route 12 Eastbound is down to one lane (right lane closed) due to a water main break near the Dunkin Donuts. Reading Area Water Authority is on-scene and making repairs. Expect delays traveling through the area.
February 10, 2026 - 21 days ago
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service for Berks County from 6 PM this evening to midnight tonight. Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations around a light glaze.
February 9, 2026 - 23 days ago
A record was tied in Reading today. According to the National Weather Service, the city’s high temperature on February 8 reached just 18 degrees, matching the record for the coldest high temperature set in 1951. Temperature records for the Reading area date back to 1888. A record was tied in Reading today. According to the National Weather Service, the city’s high temperature on February 8 reached just 18 degrees, matching the record for the coldest high temperature set in 1951. Temperature records for the Reading area date back to 1888.
February 8, 2026 - 23 days ago
City of Reading Opens Warming and Charging Stations in Response to Power Outage In response to a lengthy electric outage impacting an area in the south side of the city, the City of Reading is making warming and charging stations available for affected residents. Residents in need of a warm space and the ability to charge cell phones may visit the following locations:
February 8, 2026 - 24 days ago
The Berks County Coroner’s Office is seeking assistance in locating family for Scott J. Lechki, 73. He was known to live in New Tripoli and the Reading area. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280. The Berks County Coroner’s Office is seeking assistance in locating family for Scott J. Lechki, 73. He was known to live in New Tripoli and the Reading area. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Coroner’s Office at 610-478-3280.
February 8, 2026 - 24 days ago
The National Weather Service has released the Minimum Wind Chill Reports for Saturday February 7, 2026: The National Weather Service has released the Minimum Wind Chill Reports for Saturday February 7, 2026:
February 7, 2026 - 24 days ago
National Weather Service Highest Wind Report greater than 40 MPH as of 10:45 AM 2/7/26: National Weather Service Highest Wind Report greater than 40 MPH as of 10:45 AM 2/7/26:
February 6, 2026 - 25 days ago
The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning and Wind Advisory for Berks County. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 AM Saturday to noon Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 8 AM to 9 PM Saturday. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Cold Warning and Wind Advisory for Berks County. For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 6 AM Saturday to noon Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 8 AM to 9 PM Saturday.
February 2, 2026 - 30 days ago
Reading Police and EMS responded to the report of a shooting Sunday, approximately 6:30 PM, at the 3rd and Spruce Recreation Center in the 300 block of South 3rd Street. Initially described as a 10 year-old male shot in the leg that was taken to the hospital in a personal vehicle. This post will be updated when additional information becomes available from authorities.
January 29, 2026 - More than a month ago
A Cold Weather Advisory has been issued for Berks County by the National Weather Service until 10 AM Friday morning. Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below. A Cold Weather Advisory has been issued for Berks County by the National Weather Service until 10 AM Friday morning. Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below.
January 26, 2026 - More than a month ago
Leadership for the County of Berks and the County Court System have decided that Berks County offices and the courts will open at 10 am on Tuesday, January 27. Jurors should report at 11 am. Department heads and row officers should manage staffing to ensure that the county court system and county departments open to the public at the appropriate time. Please be sure that you are monitoring email, the county website, or Berks Alert for further developments. County departments with 24/7 operations should follow their established policies and protocols. Leadership for the County of Berks and the County Court System have decided that Berks County offices and the courts will open at 10 am on Tuesday, January 27. Jurors should report at 11 am. Department heads and row officers should manage staffing to ensure that the county court system and county departments open to the public at the appropriate time. Please be sure that you are monitoring email, the county website, or Berks Alert for…
January 26, 2026 - More than a month ago
Berks County snowfall reports by the National Weather Service for Sunday, January 25, 2026 (final NWS report): Berks County snowfall reports by the National Weather Service for Sunday, January 25, 2026 (final NWS report):