It’s one of the fastest growing types of identity theft — and if you don’t know where to look, you won’t see it until after it has taken a big toll on your credit score. It’s called “new account fraud.” A bad guy gets your personal information, such as your … <Read More>
Author: Sean Frett
Weekend Bridge and Street Closures – February 27-28
Brooklyn Bridge Saturday lane closures: * Brooklyn-bound: One of three lanes will be closed from 2 am to 2 pm, and two of three lanes will be closed from 3 am to 7 am. * Manhattan-bound: One of three lanes will be closed from 1 am to 7 am, and … <Read More>
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Notification issued 2/24/16 at 7:58 PM. The National Weather Service has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for NYC until 2:00 AM on 2/25. Strong winds and heavy rain are possible.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch means conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorms to occur in and close to the watch area. … <Read More>
NYS New App to Combat Terrorism- See Something Send Something
In the wake of attacks in Paris, New York is taking its fight with terrorism to a new level. The governor has rolled out a tip line-inspired app called “See something, send something,” urging people to send photos of suspicious objects as they notice them.
“See something, send something” is … <Read More>
Extreme Cold Weather
Temperatures continue to drop to dangerously cold levels with life-threatening wind chills through the weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Chill Advisory in effect from 4:00 PM Saturday through noon on Sunday for expected wind chills as low as 20 to 25 degrees below zero. New Yorkers … <Read More>
NYPD Snowstorm Tips and Awareness
Due to the anticipated arrival of winter storm Jonas this Saturday, the New York City area needs to stay informed and be ready for possible high winds, snow accumulations, and whiteout conditions as well as the potential for power outages, high tides, and other problems caused by these types of … <Read More>
Blizzard Watch in NYC
New York City Emergency Management has issued a hazardous travel advisory for Saturday, January 23, 2016 through Sunday, January 24, 2016. The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Watch for all of New York City from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon. Total snow accumulation is expected to be between … <Read More>
NYPD Holiday Safety Tips
Stay alert and aware of your surroundings.
Secure bags and valuables before exiting or entering parked vehicles and public transit facilities.
Avoid leaving valuables in your car. Whenever possible, place items out of sight prior to arriving at your destination. (GPS, Electronics, etc.
Travel on populated, well-lit streets. Plan your … <Read More>
89th Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade
The 89th Annual Thanksgiving Day parade is scheduled to begin at 9:00 A.M. on Thursday November 26, 2015 at West 77th Street and Central Park West. The parade will then continue south on Central Park West and turn east on Central Park South. When the parade reaches 6th Avenue, … <Read More>