Alliance For Response Pittsburgh

AFR hopes everyone impacted by the recent storms is doing well. Please be aware that we have more weather on the way this weekend, May 1-4.

The fire chief for Edgewood Pa VFD posted the following information and reminder:

Another round of severe weather is moving into our area starting this afternoon and continuing through Sunday. The National Weather Service is forecasting multiple waves of thunderstorms, high winds, and heavy rain.

Given the existing storm damage, this system has the potential to cause additional infrastructure failures, especially involving weakened trees and power lines.
-If you have vehicles parked under tree limbs or near damaged poles—move them if they aren't entangled in wires.
-Avoid walking under any branches or structures that look compromised.
-If your home took roof damage in the last storm, please work with your insurance company to get a tarp in place now to prevent further water intrusion as soon as possible.

🔎 Weather at a glance:

Thursday: Showers & storms, gusts to 21 mph, 80% chance of rain

Friday: Showers & storms likely, gusts to 14 mph, 70% chance

Saturday: Thunderstorms expected, heavy rain, up to 0.75" possible

Sunday: More showers and storms possible, 60% chance

⚠️ Safety Reminders:

Stay far away from any downed wires—assume they’re live.

Use flashlights, not candles, if you lose power.

Be careful using generators—keep them outside, away from vents or windows.

It's perfect weather to have a BBQ! Be sure to cook safely.
Ready PA also suggests positioning your grill 10 feet away from your house, trees, or other potentially flammable materials. Do not let children use the grill or leave it unattended when children are near. Have a fire extinguisher nearby, just in case. Learn more about being prepared at ready.pa.gov and don't forget to sign up for their helpful newsletter.

As winter weather is arriving, please be prepared and safe.

The tragic historical event centered in Donora, PA in October 1948 woke the modern world up to the dangers of poor air quality. Many locations across the world now monitor and track air quality: https://www.airnow.gov/international/us-embassies-and-consulates/

🎙 We released a new podcast episode yesterday about the importance of working with other agencies during a disaster. Hurricane season will be here before you know it, so don't miss this great discussion with our Administrator U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) Director.

You can download this episode and more here: fema.gov/about/news-multimedia/podcast