Station Name: East Branch White Clay Creek at Avondale, PA
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 282 feet

Nearest Address:
401 New St
Avondale, PA 19311
Chester County

GPS Coordinates: 39.8284429, -75.780773

Nearby Water Temperatures

Winter Storm Warning issued February 22 at 6:00AM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun February 22, 2026, 6:00 AM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 7:00 PM

...POTENTIALLY HISTORIC WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH MONDAY... .A major winter storm is expected to develop today, impacting the region with very heavy, crippling snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions. Precipitation will develop today, changing to all snow this afternoon and evening. The most severe conditions and heaviest snowfall will occur tonight, with snow gradually tapering off during the daytime Monday. Record breaking snowfall totals are possible. * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 16 and 22 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Chester, Western Chester, and Western Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates could exceed 2 inches per hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts possible. Blowing and drifting of snow, and whiteout conditions possible.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Blizzard Warning issued February 22 at 6:00AM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun February 22, 2026, 6:00 AM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 7:00 PM

...POTENTIALLY HISTORIC WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH MONDAY... .A major winter storm is expected to develop today, impacting the region with very heavy, crippling snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions. Precipitation will develop today, changing to all snow this afternoon and evening. The most severe conditions and heaviest snowfall will occur tonight, with snow gradually tapering off during the daytime Monday. Record breaking snowfall totals are possible. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...In Delaware, Kent and New Castle Counties. In Maryland, Caroline, Queen Annes, and Talbot Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates could exceed 2 inches per hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts and significant drifting of snow possible.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 22 at 12:50AM EST until February 23 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC

Effective: Sun February 22, 2026, 12:50 AM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 9:00 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. Locally higher amounts up to 14 inches are possible in northeast Maryland. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Portions of north central, northeast, and southern Maryland. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 10 AM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Blizzard Warning issued February 22 at 6:00AM EST until February 23 at 6:00PM EST by NWS Mount Holly NJ

Effective: Sun February 22, 2026, 6:00 AM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 7:00 PM

...POTENTIALLY HISTORIC WINTER STORM WILL IMPACT THE REGION THROUGH MONDAY... .A major winter storm is expected to develop today, impacting the region with very heavy, crippling snowfall and areas of blizzard conditions. Precipitation will develop today, changing to all snow this afternoon and evening. The most severe conditions and heaviest snowfall will occur tonight, with snow gradually tapering off during the daytime Monday. Record breaking snowfall totals are possible. * WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected. Total snow accumulations between 16 and 22 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Portions of southern New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 6 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Monday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches and result in isolated power outages. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates could exceed 2 inches per hour. Locally higher snowfall amounts and significant drifting of snow possible.

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Winter Storm Warning issued February 21 at 1:43PM EST until February 23 at 1:00PM EST by NWS State College PA

Effective: Sat February 21, 2026, 1:43 PM
Expires: Sun February 22, 2026, 6:30 AM

...IMPACTFUL WINTER STORM TO BRING HEAVY SNOWFALL TO CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA... * WHAT...Heavy snow likely. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph Sunday night and Monday. * WHERE...A portion of central Pennsylvania. * WHEN...From 5 AM Sunday to 1 PM EST Monday. * IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Uncertainty remains for where the heaviest snow bands will occur. Snow totals could be higher depending on these localized bands. Snowfall at times could exceed 1 inch per hour rates.

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. Persons should consider delaying all travel. Motorists should use extreme caution if travel is absolutely necessary.