Catawissa Township, Columbia County, PA.

04/16/2026

Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service State College PA
442 AM EDT Thu Apr 16 2026

PAZ019-025>028-034>036-045-046-049>053-056>059-063>066-170000-
Southern Centre-Blair-Huntingdon-Mifflin-Juniata-Bedford-Fulton-
Franklin-Southern Clinton-Southern Lycoming-Union-Snyder-Montour-
Northumberland-Columbia-Perry-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-
Cumberland-Adams-York-Lancaster-
442 AM EDT Thu Apr 16 2026
..ELEVATED RISK OF WILDFIRE SPREAD THIS AFTERNOON AND EVENING...

A combination of dry and breezy conditions this afternoon and
evening will create an elevated risk of wildfire spread,
especially for south central Pennsylvania. Minimum relative
humidity values will range from 20 to 35 percent accompanied by
wind gusts between 20 and 25 mph.

Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential
ignition sources, such as machinery, ci******es, or matches. If
dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire will have the
potential to spread rapidly.

For more information about wildfire danger and wildfire
prevention and education, please visit the Pennsylvania Department
of Conservation and Natural Resources website at
http://dcnr.pa.gov/Communities/Wildfire.

DCNR conserves and sustains Pennsylvania's natural resources for present and future generations' use and enjoyment.

04/16/2026

04/13/2026

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 General Monthly Meeting Agenda
153 Old Reading Road
Catawissa, PA 17820

Meetings are scheduled for the second Tuesday of each month.
November through February meetings are scheduled to start at 12:00pm. March through October meetings are held at 6:00pm.

03/16/2026

The next 24 hours are going to be a little weird here in Pennsylvania.

𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟲 ⛈️
It's warm, and we expect to see powerful wind gusts. Be alert for isolated tornadoes and potential flash flooding to pool on some roadways. Think about the safest location to shelter if there is a tornado warning. Never drive into standing water. Turn around, don't drown!

𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟭𝟳 ❄️
Temperatures will drop by 25 to 40 degrees overnight, bringing powerful wind gusts and — we hate typing this as much as you hate reading it — snow on Tuesday. The northwestern part of the state will see the most snow, but central Pennsylvania and northeastern PA could get some, too.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗼 𝗗𝗼
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03/16/2026

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service State College PA
1055 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026

PAZ051>053-057>059-065-066-170300-
/O.CON.KCTP.WI.Y.0006.260316T1600Z-260317T0300Z/
Montour-Northumberland-Columbia-Dauphin-Schuylkill-Lebanon-York-
Lancaster-
Including the cities of Danville, Pottsville, Sunbury, Lancaster,
Lebanon, York, Hershey, Shamokin, Berwick, Harrisburg, and
Bloomsburg
1055 AM EDT Mon Mar 16 2026
..WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM EDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Columbia, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Montour,
Northumberland, Schuylkill, and York Counties.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

03/16/2026

TORNADO WATCH OUTLINE UPDATE FOR WT 68
NWS STORM PREDICTION CENTER NORMAN OK
1130 AM EDT MON MAR 16 2026

TORNADO WATCH 68 IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 700 PM EDT FOR THE
FOLLOWING LOCATIONS

PAC001-011-017-025-029-037-041-043-045-055-067-071-075-077-087-
089-091-093-095-097-099-101-107-109-119-133-162300-
/O.NEW.KWNS.TO.A.0068.260316T1530Z-260316T2300Z/

PA PENNSYLVANIA COUNTIES INCLUDED ARE

ADAMS BERKS BUCKS
CARBON CHESTER COLUMBIA
CUMBERLAND DAUPHIN DELAWARE
FRANKLIN JUNIATA LANCASTER
LEBANON LEHIGH MIFFLIN
MONROE MONTGOMERY MONTOUR
NORTHAMPTON NORTHUMBERLAND PERRY
PHILADELPHIA SCHUYLKILL SNYDER
UNION YORK

03/10/2026

Spring Wildfire Season Safety

Spring and Fall are Pennsylvania’s most active wildfire seasons. March, April, and May present heightened risk due to dry conditions, low humidity, and increased outdoor activity. In Pennsylvania, 99 percent of wildfires are caused by people.
DCNR encourages anyone starting a fire at home or at a campsite to make sure there are no combustible items within 10 feet of the fire, keep a rake or shovel and water nearby, and ensure the fire is completely extinguished before leaving the site. Check DCNR’s website https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dcnr/programs-and-services/community-outreach-and-development/wildfire to see if there is an elevated fire risk.

Advice from DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry includes:
• Clear the area around the fire before starting it.
• Keep fires small and never leave them unattended.
• Consider weather and dryness before striking a campfire match.
• Have a nearby water source and rake to extinguish embers.
• Douse the fire thoroughly with water until ashes are cool to the touch.
Residents are also encouraged to create “safe zones” around homes and cabins by removing leaves and debris, cleaning rain gutters, stacking firewood away from structures, and trimming overhanging branches.

03/09/2026

Monthly Meetings will now start at 6:00PM
153 Old Reading Rd., Catawissa

02/09/2026

February 10, 2026 Monthly Meeting Agenda
Start time is 12:00pm
153 Old Reading Rd., Catawissa

02/06/2026

Extreme Cold Warning
From Sat 4:00 am until Sun 10:00 am EST

1 of 2
Action Recommended
Make preparations per the instructions
Issued By
State College - PA, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
A portion of south central Pennsylvania
Description..EXTREME COLD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM EST SUNDAY... ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

WHAT...For the Extreme Cold Warning, dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

WHERE...A portion of south central Pennsylvania.

WHEN...For the Extreme Cold Warning, from 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM EST Sunday. For the Wind Advisory, from 4 AM to 10 PM EST Saturday.

IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 20 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 30 minutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Persons are urged to stay indoors until conditions improve. If you must go outside, dress in layers. Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Gloves, a scarf, and a hat will keep you from losing your body heat.

01/28/2026

In temperatures this cold, salt isn’t effective. A lot of what you’re seeing on the roads is solid ice, not wet pavement. If it looks shiny, it’s icy. Slow down, leave space, and don’t trust how the road looks the next few days.

01/28/2026

You may be missing out on property tax relief through the Homestead/Farmstead Exclusion Program. Under the Taxpayer Relief Act, the Commonwealth provides property tax reduction funding to school districts, which is applied through a homestead or farmstead exclusion. Most owner-occupied homes and farms are eligible, but only a primary residence qualifies for the tax reduction.

To receive school property tax relief for tax years beginning July 1 or Jan. 1, applications must be filed by March 1 of the preceding year. Once approved, homeowners do not need to reapply annually. For more information about the program, click here. https://dced.pa.gov/local-government/property-tax-relief-homestead-exclusion/

Applications must be filed through the Columbia County Tax Assessment Office. The office can be reached at 570-389-5642 or [email protected].

Homeowners should verify they are not already enrolled before submitting an application. The program is supported through state gaming funds.

Contact my offices for additional information or assistance.