Philly Weather Mayhem: Bizarre Snow Moments That Will Leave You in Stitches
As Philly huddles through another potentially record-breaking snowstorm, we can't help but reminisce about the region's most unforgettable snow-filled moments. From a camel taking over Route 309 to TV reporters getting pummeled by plows and even a kid landing a perfect snowball face-drill on a reporter, these winter weather shenanigans have become an integral part of Philly's folklore.
In March 2014, FOX29's Steve Keeley found himself in the midst of a blizzard when a series of plows approached behind him on Route 40. As he continued his live report, a plow sent a curtain of snow straight into his back, prompting Keeley to quip, "That is the beauty of breaking news." The incident became an instant classic and has been immortalized in YouTube history.
Another beloved moment came when former Philly Mayor Ed Rendell declared America a "nation of wusses" after the NFL postponed an Eagles game due to snow. Rendell's fiery rant was sparked by Will Bunch's column, which poked fun at "girly-men" who made the decision. The infamous quote has become a rallying cry for Rendell's book, "A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great."
A SEPTA bus driver's outburst – "Y'all better pay!" – left onlookers in stitches when he confronted passengers who failed to pay their fares on a snowy afternoon. The incident made its way onto Jimmy Kimmel Live, showcasing the power of a good ol' fashioned Philly temper.
And then there was Einstein the camel, a surprise visitor to Route 309 during a snowstorm in November 2018. The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia had brought Einstein from a local petting zoo for an event at the Kimmel Center, but the storm forced his unexpected detour home.
Last but certainly not least, we have FOX29 reporter Lauren Johnson's unforgettable face-drill courtesy of a mischievous youngster in March 2018. The incident showcased the kids' (and reporters') ability to take a punch – or rather, a snowball – and laugh about it.
These moments, though hilarious in hindsight, remind us that Philly weather is all about embracing the chaos and having a good laugh at ourselves and others' expense. So as we brave this latest snowmageddon, let's hope for some new, unforgettable memories to add to our already illustrious snow-filled history.
As Philly huddles through another potentially record-breaking snowstorm, we can't help but reminisce about the region's most unforgettable snow-filled moments. From a camel taking over Route 309 to TV reporters getting pummeled by plows and even a kid landing a perfect snowball face-drill on a reporter, these winter weather shenanigans have become an integral part of Philly's folklore.
In March 2014, FOX29's Steve Keeley found himself in the midst of a blizzard when a series of plows approached behind him on Route 40. As he continued his live report, a plow sent a curtain of snow straight into his back, prompting Keeley to quip, "That is the beauty of breaking news." The incident became an instant classic and has been immortalized in YouTube history.
Another beloved moment came when former Philly Mayor Ed Rendell declared America a "nation of wusses" after the NFL postponed an Eagles game due to snow. Rendell's fiery rant was sparked by Will Bunch's column, which poked fun at "girly-men" who made the decision. The infamous quote has become a rallying cry for Rendell's book, "A Nation of Wusses: How America's Leaders Lost the Guts to Make Us Great."
A SEPTA bus driver's outburst – "Y'all better pay!" – left onlookers in stitches when he confronted passengers who failed to pay their fares on a snowy afternoon. The incident made its way onto Jimmy Kimmel Live, showcasing the power of a good ol' fashioned Philly temper.
And then there was Einstein the camel, a surprise visitor to Route 309 during a snowstorm in November 2018. The Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia had brought Einstein from a local petting zoo for an event at the Kimmel Center, but the storm forced his unexpected detour home.
Last but certainly not least, we have FOX29 reporter Lauren Johnson's unforgettable face-drill courtesy of a mischievous youngster in March 2018. The incident showcased the kids' (and reporters') ability to take a punch – or rather, a snowball – and laugh about it.
These moments, though hilarious in hindsight, remind us that Philly weather is all about embracing the chaos and having a good laugh at ourselves and others' expense. So as we brave this latest snowmageddon, let's hope for some new, unforgettable memories to add to our already illustrious snow-filled history.
i was out driving 2nite and saw a car stuck on the side of the road with like a 10ft snowbank around it and i'm just over here thinking "buddy, you should've turned back when u had the chance" 
meanwhile i'm driving thru the streets in my flip flops bc we didn't get any more snow where i live and im just waiting for the apocalypse to come so i can grab some decent wifi 
was pure gold, and who can forget steve keeley's live report got plowed? 
meanwhile i'm over here just trying to get my morning coffee without freezing 
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anyway, snowmageddon or not, let's all take a cue from philly and learn to laugh at ourselves (and the occasional face-drill 
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! But you know what's even funnier? How we all love to laugh at ourselves and each other's expense during these snowstorms. It's like we're all in on the joke 
. I remember when I was working, we'd always have a good time joking around about the weather, even if it was being crazy or miserable. Anyway, I'm just glad we can look back on these moments and laugh, 'cause that's what Philly weather is all about – having fun with the chaos! 
Lauren Johnson's face-drill is still giving me LIFE! 
I love how the city just rolls with the punches (or should I say, gets pummeled by snow?) and finds the humor in it all. It's like Philly weather is just one big joke that everyone's in on 
and hey camels in snowstorms are the best thing since sliced bread 
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. So here's to another snow-filled adventure in Philly – may the most epic snow moments win! 
and yeah ed rendell's rant about americans being wusses is CLASSIC "girly-men" who make decisions about football weather? 
no but seriously, it's funny how some of these moments just become a part of philly folklore and we're all in on the joke 
septa bus drivers have a special kind of crazy too, lol
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. It's incredible how calm he remained under pressure (no pun intended).
. Who knows what this latest snowstorm will bring? Maybe a record-breaking camel or two?