Author: Sean Frett
Notify NYC – Flash Flood Warning
Alert issued 8/2/17 at 5:29 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for The Bronx and Manhattan until 6:45 PM. Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other drainage areas and low lying spots. Do … <Read More>
Heat Health Advisory
During a heat wave, health care providers should:
Be aware of the increased risk of heat-related illness among: older adults, people with chronic physical health conditions; serious psychiatric, cognitive or developmental disorders that impair judgement or self-care; and those taking medications that can impair thermoregulation. • Instruct at-risk patients … <Read More>
Notify NYC – Planned Aircraft Flyover
Notification issued 7/17/17 at 5:37 PM. On, 7/18, between 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, a B777 aircraft will be conducting a commemorative flyover in the vicinity of Hudson River, Manhattan towards La Guardia airport before returning to JFK airport. The aircraft will fly at an altitude of 3000 – 4000 … <Read More>
Weekend Bridge and Street Closures July 14-16
At the discretion of NYPD, the streets below may be closed on Saturday and Sunday between 12:01am to 11:59pm for the Formula-E NYC E-Prix as permitted by the Mayor’s Street Activity Permit Office (SAPO).
- Van Brunt Street between Summit Street and Water/Dead End
- Imlay Street between Summit Street and Pioneer
Notify NYC – Heat Advisory
Notification issued 7/12/17 at 12:45 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for New York City until 6:00 PM Thursday, 7/13. These conditions are dangerous to health. Avoid strenuous activity. People without air conditioning, older adults, and people with chronic health conditions are most at risk. For … <Read More>
Weekend Bridge and Street Closures – June 24-25
Detailed information on weekend street closures will be available on the DOT web site at: http://on.nyc.gov/KZP8J2.
Notify NYC – Planned Aircraft Flyover
Notify NYC – Planned Aircraft Flyover
Notification issued 6/14/17 at 3:00 PM. A flight of two Navy F/A-18F aircraft will fly over the Hudson River tomorrow, 6/15, at approximately 2:00 PM. The aircraft will fly at approximately 2,000-2,500 feet.
Take Steps To Be Healthier This Men’s Health Month
Take Steps To Be Healthier This Men’s Health Month
This Men’s Health Month, we’re gathering up the resources that you need to help you and your family take steps toward better health. Boys and men in the United States, on average, die 5.6 years earlier than women and die at … <Read More>
Don’t Wait. Communicate about Hurricane Safety.
Prepare for Hurricanes Now
- Know what to do before, during, and after a hurricane.
- Prepare before hurricane season starts. Pacific hurricane season starts May 15 and Atlantic hurricane season starts June 1.
- Create an emergency communication plan with your family before a hurricane.
- Have emergency supplies in place at