Detailed information on weekend street closures will be available on the DOT web site at: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/motorist/wkndtraf.shtml.
Author: Sean Frett
It Can Wait (Texting & Driving)
When you see the driver next to you looking at their phone, it’s no longer safe to assume they’re texting. New research1 from AT&T* shows nearly 4-in-10 smartphone users tap into social media while driving. Almost 3-in-10 surf the net. And surprisingly, 1-in-10 video chat.
7-in-10 people engage in … <Read More>
Heat Advisory
Notification issued 8/15/16 at 3:40 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for NYC from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM tomorrow, 8/16. The previously issued Heat Advisory remains in effect until 8:00 PM tonight. These conditions are dangerous to health. Avoid strenuous activity. People without air conditioning, … <Read More>
Victim of Weather Disaster? Apply for Federal Aid
Seeing your home or property after a flood, tornado or wildfire can be upsetting. You may want to rush back in and starting cleaning up. First, wait until officials have given you the green light to go inside the property. Next, use caution as there maybe unseen hazards such as … <Read More>
Notify NYC – Heat Advisory
Notification issued 8/15/16 at 8:00 AM. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for New York City for today, 8/15, from 12:00 PM until 8:00 PM. These conditions are dangerous to health. Avoid strenuous activity. People without air conditioning, older adults, and people with chronic health conditions are … <Read More>
Notify NYC – Heat Advisory
Notification issued 8/9/16 at 5:00 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for New York City which is in effect from 2:00 PM tomorrow, 8/10, until 8:00 PM Thursday, 8/11. High heat indices are expected and are dangerous to health. Avoid strenuous activity. People without air conditioning, … <Read More>
This Summer, Learn How to Protect Your Health
Stay Hydrated, Drink Plenty of Water
With temperatures hitting 100 degrees or more, extreme heat may cause your child to become dehydrated. Water is considered to be one of the best options. Learn more about helping your kids stay hydrated.
Prevent Mosquito Bites for Yourself and Your Family
If you … <Read More>
Beat The Heat with the FEMA App
It’s hot across the U.S. and folks are out traveling for summer break. Download the FEMA app for free on the App Store and Google Play to stay cool and know ahead of time when extreme heat and other severe weather is on the way. Add up to five locations … <Read More>
Notify NYC – Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Notification issued 7/25/16 at 5:02 PM. The National Weather Service has extended a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Manhattan, Staten Island, and Brooklyn until 5:30 PM. Strong winds & heavy rain is expected. For more info, visit www.weather.gov/nyc. During a severe thunderstorm, be prepared to potentially lose power. Charge cell … <Read More>
Own a Scooter/Hoverboard? Find Out if It’s Been Recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CSPC) has announced the recall of over 500,000 self-balancing scooters, commonly referred to as hoverboards, due to overheating. This poses a risk of the products smoking, catching fire, and/or exploding.
Go to the CSPC’s website to check whether your scooter/hoverboard has been recalled. Companies … <Read More>