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NYC Parks officials detail preparations ahead of weekend nor’easter
Sept. 25, 6:30 p.m.
As a nor’easter approaches New York City, News 12 spoke with Benjamin Osborne, assistant commissioner of forestry and horticulture for NYC Parks, about how crews are preparing for strong winds and potential tree-related hazards across the city.
WEEKEND NOR'EASTER: What to Know About the Storm | NY, NJ & CT Forecast
Sept. 25, 5:45 p.m.
Gov. Hochul declares state of emergency for Long Island, New York City and Westchester
Sept. 25, 2:49 p.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency for Long Island, New York City and Westchester ahead of this weekend's nor'easter storm.
"Take this storm seriously. Stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel, and text 333-111 for real-time updates," Hochul says.
She says to expect dangerous coastal flooding, strong winds and potential power outages through the weekend.
MTA prepares to maintain safe, reliable service ahead of nor’easter
Sept. 25, 11:30 a.m.
New York City travel systems will focus on maintaining safety and reliability throughout the nor’easter this weekend.
MTA CEO Janno Lieber says all agencies will have teams evaluate weather issues in real-time.
Wind is the biggest concern for the storm, especially after downed powerlines disrupted LIRR service on Wednesday.
PSEG and LIPA leadership will be diligent and address any issues as they arise.
Lieber says MTA crews have been deployed at strategic locations so they can respond quickly and efficiently.
Empty tractor trailers and tandem trucks will also be banned from MTA bridges and tunnels starting at midnight.
Lieber also said the city’s bus command center is fully staffed throughout the weekend. Reroute plans will allow the system to continue running despite possible flooding.
Vulnerable, flood prone areas will be monitored closely. Storm doors at Coney Island and Howard Beach have already been deployed.
City urges people to take precautions during weekend nor'easter
Sept. 25, 11:25 a.m.
Scattered wind damage, flooding and major costal impacts are all expected this upcoming weekend with the Nor'easter heading to the area.
New York City Emergency Management is encouraging people to take extra precautions before traveling this weekend.
A travel advisory has been issued starting Friday at 2 p.m. and lasting until Sunday at 6 a.m.
New Yorkers should allow extra time to travel and check the transit status before leaving.
Car owners should try to avoid parking their cars in flood prone areas and avoid driving through more than 6 inches of water.
Homeowners are advised to bring loose outdoor items such as lawn furniture, garbage cans, or outdoor plants.
People living in basement level, or ground-floor apartments should have an escape plan with more than one way out.
They should also be prepared to move to higher floor of conditions worsen.
Dakota Lewis, a commuter, spoke to News 12 Friday morning about how the abrupt change in weather caught her off guard.
"I am not looking forward to it. I'm supposed to be having plans this weekend, and I feel like I can't even do that because of how cold it is, and I even pulled my coat out from the storage yet," shared Lewis.
New Yorkers are also encouraged to call 311 or 911 to report any structural damage or hazards such as down power lines or trees.
Stay tuned to News 12 for storm coverage and more updates.
-Erica Lunsford
NYC Emergency Management issues travel advisory through weekend
Sept. 25, 8 a.m.
New York City Emergency Management has issued a travel advisory from Friday through Sunday.
The agency urges the public to prepare for potential heavy rain, coastal flooding and wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph.
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Mamdani offers safety tips ahead of nor’easter
Sept. 25, 7:45 a.m.
New York City agencies and officials are urging people to be cautious ahead of the nor’easter.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani encourages those who live near the coast to move cars to higher ground or away from streets prone to flooding.
He also says to secure outdoor items such as furniture and garbage containers.
A waterproof bag containing medications, a flashlight, batteries, portable chargers and important documents can help in the event of an emergency.
Residents are advised to limit travel during periods of heavy rain. Those who must travel should never walk or drive through floodwaters.
Officials also urge the public to stay indoors during periods of high wind due to hazards such as downed powerlines.
Third Avenue Fest and Atlantic Antic rescheduled due to nor’easter
Sept. 25, 7 a.m.
State Sen. Andrew Gounardes announced that Third Avenue Fest and Atlantic Antic have been rescheduled to Oct. 4 due to the nor’easter.
News 12’s Erica Lunsford checks how NYC is preparing for the storm
Sept. 25, 6 a.m.
