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Snow alert issued for NYC
Snow alert issued for NYC
News Cristabelle Tumola 2/12/2013 at 6:06PM

Although it will be nothing close to what Nemo brought to the New York City area last week, there is more snow in the forecast. The New York City Department of Sanitation has issued a “snow alert” for Wednesday, starting at 4 p.m., in preparation of a possible snow event. According to the National Weather [...]

Snow starts in New York as city braces for blizzard
Snow starts in New York as city braces for blizzard
Top Stories Cristabelle Tumola 2/08/2013 at 9:05AM

UPDATE 4:30 p.m.:  Governor Andrew Cuomo has declared a state of emergency for New York. “As this winter storm unfolds, bringing heavy snow and high winds to parts of the state, I strongly urge all New Yorkers to exercise caution, avoid travel, and stay indoors,” said Cuomo. “To ensure an effective and rapid response to [...]

NYC area prepares for major snow storm
NYC area prepares for major snow storm
News Cristabelle Tumola 2/07/2013 at 11:34AM

For the first time this winter, the city is getting ready for a potentially powerful snow storm. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the flakes should start falling early Friday morning and the bad weather will continue through Saturday. Earlier in the day, the NWS  issued a winter storm watch for all of New [...]

As chilly temps remain, snow heads towards NYC
As chilly temps remain, snow heads towards NYC
Top Stories Cristabelle Tumola 1/24/2013 at 11:32AM

New Yorkers once again woke up to freezing temperatures and blustery winds Thursday morning, but tomorrow they’ll need to deal with a new winter weather headache. Snow is expected to hit the tri-state area Friday afternoon and evening, according to the National Weather Service. Accumulations, however, will only be around one to two inches. After [...]

Significant winter storm heading to Northeast
Significant winter storm heading to Northeast
News Cristabelle Tumola 12/26/2012 at 12:15PM

A storm system that already brought snow, tornadoes and other severe weather to the central and southern U.S. will hit the Northeast today and tomorrow, further disrupting holiday travel. Though, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), the snow is expected in the upper Ohio Valley and the interior Northeast, locally it will mainly bring [...]

Storm to hit Sandy-stricken Northeast
Storm to hit Sandy-stricken Northeast
News Cristabelle Tumola 11/07/2012 at 12:55PM

As the Northeast still recovers from Sandy, another storm is poised to strike the region. The National Weather Service has issued a warning about a nor’easter, which is expected to impact the tri-state area Wednesday and Thursday. Until early Thursday morning Queens is under a winter weather advisory, which may bring up to a few inches of [...]

Morning Roundup: Hurricane edition
Morning Roundup: Hurricane edition
News Cristabelle Tumola 10/29/2012 at 7:45AM

NYC HURRICANE FORECAST  National Weather Service: Hazardous Weather Outlook High Wind Warning Coastal Flood Warning Flood Watch  Monday: Rain. The rain could be heavy at times. High near 61. Very windy, with a northeast wind 36 to 45 mph, with gusts as high as 65 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New precipitation amounts between [...]

Above average snowfall to hit city this winter: report
Above average snowfall to hit city this winter: report
News Billy Rennison 10/09/2012 at 11:34AM

After a relatively snow-free winter last year, New Yorkers will need to get their shovels out of the shed and dig in this winter. A report from accuweather.com said the Northeast will be hit with an above average amount of snowfall this year. Average snowfall in the city is 25 inches, meaning the city is forecasted for [...]

Tornado touches down in Queens
Tornado touches down in Queens
News Billy Rennison 9/10/2012 at 4:41PM

More than a breeze spun through Breezy Point last weekend as a tornado touched down, disrupting the oceanside community. Trees and roofs took the brunt of the damage during the twister that tore through Queens on Saturday, September 1. Several roofs were torn off at the Breezy Point Surf Club. Nobody was hurt at the [...]

Flash flood warning issued for Queens
News Billy Rennison 8/01/2012 at 12:19PM

Heavy rains may cause flash floods throughout the borough. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a flash flood warning for Queens lasting until 2 p.m. More than an inch of rain has already fallen in parts of Queens and one to two more inches is possible. Some flooding is already occurring and is imminent [...]