Philadelphia, United States - January 25, 2026 Downtown Philadelphia saw a daring winter spectacle on January 25, 2026, as heavy snowfall transformed city streets into a makeshift sledding course. Video filmed by X user MORE SOUL shows several people sitting on red plastic sleds and tubes, connected by ropes to the rear bumper of a Jeep. The vehicle pulled the sledders along slippery streets at noticeable speeds, weaving past traffic lights and tall buildings shrouded in haze. Onlookers in winter coats watched from the sidewalks as the group glided and swayed down the snow-covered pavement. The incident occurred during the region’s first major winter storm of 2026, a powerful nor’easter that dropped 7 to 12 inches of snow across southeastern Pennsylvania, South Jersey, and Delaware. Some suburbs recorded even higher totals, including 11.8 inches in Pipersville. The storm brought a mix of snow, sleet, freezing rain, and gusty winds, creating hazardous roads, low visibility, power outages, flight cancellations at Philadelphia International Airport, and school closures the following day. While residents found playful ways to enjoy the snow, including towed sledding, authorities warned about safety risks. The storm also claimed at least three lives in Pennsylvania due to snow-shoveling accidents, highlighting the serious health dangers associated with extreme winter weather. Despite the risks, no injuries were reported from this sledding activity, emphasizing a lighthearted yet hazardous response to the winter storm.