Wild Nature

ACCT Philly sees sudden influx of exotic animals

Philadelphia’s city animal shelter, ACCT Philly, certainly sees more than its fair share of dogs and cats looking for forever homes. But this week, ACCT Philly is looking a bit more like a zoo.

June 18, 2025 10:32pm EDT

Young bear takes tour of Bucks County

Middletown Township Police alerted residents of a bear sighting in the area of Teal Drive on Thursday morning.

June 6, 2025 5:15pm EDT

Seals in Delaware | FOX Weather Philly

Executive Director Suzanne Thurman and Naturalist, Protected Species Observer Rob Rector with the Marine Education Research and Rehabilitation Institute join the FOX 29 Weather Authority team to discuss seals in the water off Delaware and the various activities they conduct to learn more about marine life.

February 21, 2025 5:11pm EST

Tornado in New Castle County takes down trees, creates damage

Residents in New Castle County are working to clean up after an apparent tornado touch down causes damage by taking down trees, while torrential rain in Chester County had crews rescuing people from their vehicles.

August 8, 2024 10:17pm EDT

Tea Tree Hill Wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest

Fire crews are wrestling a wildfire burning in Wharton State Forest, in Burlington County.

July 5, 2024 11:08pm EDT

Lyme disease uptick raises concerns of medical professionals

An uptick of Lyme disease in the area prompts concerns by medical professionals to alert people to check themselves for ticks.

July 3, 2024 5:25pm EDT

Solutions for rat infestation on horizon as officials inspect neighborhood

The rat problem in South Philadelphia has gotten so out of control neighbors demanded action. City officials came out to listen and find solutions.

June 28, 2024 5:33pm EDT

Bear killed in crash after multiple sightings around Delaware

Delaware State Police say a bear is dead after it was seen roaming around the state this past week.

June 26, 2024 5:55pm EDT

Students, staff, parents rally for Shelly the Tortoise

Shelly has been a beloved member of the Scenic Hills Elementary community for more than 25 years and now the Springfield School District says the tortoise is retiring and the ecology center where it lives is closing.

June 7, 2024 5:58pm EDT

Tuesday's with Toni: Professor Farmer provides timely gardening tips

The FOX 29 weather team chats with Professor Toni Farmer about what you should be harvesting at this time, ground covers, tips for keeping mosquitos away and more.

May 28, 2024 3:58pm EDT

Bucks County neighborhood on black bear watch

A black bear was seen and captured on video strolling through a backyard in Bucks County.

May 24, 2024 10:21pm EDT

Black bear spotted in Bucks County yard

A black bear has been spotted in the backyard of a Doylestown home.

May 24, 2024 5:58pm EDT

Dolphin stranded in Cape May County creek dies

Officials say the dolphin that was stranded in a creek near Cape May Court House died during a rescue attempt.

May 24, 2024 5:56pm EDT

What is causing the recent earthquakes

A USGS scientist explains why there's been a recent uptick in earthquakes and aftershocks in the region.

May 24, 2024 5:41pm EDT

Coyote caught in Delaware County

A coyote was caught in Delaware County, but pet owners should be alert as there may be another coyote still roaming free.

April 17, 2024 10:11pm EDT

Coyote snatches small dog from Delco backyard

Police are warning residents in Delaware County to be aware of their pets after a coyote snatched a small dog from a Marple Township backyard, leaving a family heartbroken.

April 16, 2024 10:39pm EDT