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>
Author: Sean Frett
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>
Notify NYC – Planned Aircraft Flyover
Notification issued 7/22/16 at 7:17 PM. Weather permitting, on Saturday, July 23, the Army Golden Knights will be parachuting over Yankee Stadium in The Bronx as part of Military Appreciation Day. Between 2:40 PM and 3:20 PM, a Fokker F27 aircraft will make four passes over the stadium, dropping jumpers … <Read More>
Notify NYC – Cooling Centers
Notification issued on 7/22/16 at 7:05 PM. Due to continued high temperatures and heat indices, New York City cooling centers will remain open through Monday, 7/25. To find the nearest cooling center and hours of operation, call 311 or visit www.nyc.gov/beattheheat. For more info, visit http://on.nyc.gov/2aeR1qQ and for the … <Read More>
Weekend Bridge and Street Closures – July 22-24
One lane on the ramps from 11th Street, 21st Street and Thomson Avenue to the Manhattan-bound Upper Roadway of the Ed Koch Queensboro Bridge will be closed Saturday from 12:01 am to 5 am for roadway repairs. One lane on each ramp will remain open to traffic at all times.… <Read More>
Crime Prevention – Personal Safety Tips
Four ways to increase your personal safety are:
Reduce or eliminate opportunities that may make you a target.
Increase awareness in places you’re most comfortable.
Trust your instincts regardless of feeling embarrassed.
Prepare your schedule daily with safety in mind.
PURSE/WALLET SAFETY
Carry purses, portfolios or briefcases in a manner … <Read More>