PA state of emergency
Definition
A formal declaration by the Governor of Pennsylvania (often abbreviated as PA) invoking emergency powers to manage crises such as natural disasters, severe weather events, or public safety threats, allowing for resource mobilization and regulatory flexibility.
Specifically, in recent contexts, refers to Governor Josh Shapiro's disaster emergency proclamation ahead of major winter snowstorms, urging residents to stay off roads and prepare for heavy accumulation.
Examples
Governor Shapiro's timely PA state of emergency declaration has everyone marveling at how perfectly prepared Pennsylvania always is for its annual snow apocalypse.
Thanks to the PA state of emergency, plows are heroically battling drifts taller than the Liberty Bell – truly a masterstroke in winter warfare.
Ignoring the PA state of emergency, my neighbor shoveled his driveway at dawn, declaring 'Philly tough' beats any gubernatorial decree.
The PA state of emergency means schools are closed statewide; Shapiro's snow foresight is so spot-on, kids are already planning their third igloo fort.