Scott Twp. Emergency Management

Per US National Weather Service Pittsburgh PA the area is in a high wind warning with gusts up in the area of 70 mph. If you see down power lines or down trees, please call 911 and do not go near them.

Ahead of snow expected across PA starting Saturday night, PennDOT and Pennsylvania Turnpike plan to implement vehicle restrictions on Interstates and the PA Turnpike beginning at 3:00 PM on Sunday, February 22.

See the full list: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/penndot/news-and-media/newsroom/statewide/2026/vehicle-restrictions-on-certain-roadways-ahead-of-winter-weather.

Please note that RVs/motorhomes are included in commercial vehicle restrictions. More details at https://bit.ly/WinterRestrictions.

Check 511PA.com (or the free 511PA app) for the most accurate and up-to-date info on restrictions, road conditions, plow truck locations, and more.



Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association
PA State Police
PA Emergency Management Agency

❄️❄️ Winter Storm Fern Update ❄️❄️

With an improved forecast for the next 24 hours, EMA staff have secured the Emergency Operations Center for the night. We will continue to monitor conditions through a virtual EOC in coordination with Allegheny County Emergency Services

Thank you to our residents for working together through Winter Storm Fern—your preparedness helped keep impacts to a minimum.

Lastly, a huge thank you to our public works and public safety partners for their continued commitment to our community

From Allegheny County Emergency Services

An Extreme Cold Watch has been issued for Allegheny County from 7 PM Monday to 1 PM Tuesday.
Dangerously cold wind chills as low as 25 below zero are possible, increasing the risk of cold-related illness such as hypothermia and frostbite.
To prepare:
• Limit time outdoors
• Dress in warm layers and cover exposed skin
• Check on vulnerable individuals and pets
• Bring pets indoors
• Insulate pipes and keep faucets on a constant drip to prevent freezing
For emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Safety tips and general information:

Safety Tips Quick, reliable tips that may help prevent emergencies at home, on the road, and in your community.

The Emergency Operations Center has been activated and is currently operating to monitor conditions and ensure continuity of operations among public safety agencies

The library is available to be used as a warming shelter if needed. Their hours are as follows:

Monday through Thursday 10am-8pm, Friday 12-5pm and Saturday 10am-5pm.

The EMA team will be continuously evaluating the need for additional resources and off hours shelter locations.

Please plan and most importantly dress appropriately. Avoid exposed skin, your time outside and check on your neighbors.