NWS

Flood advisory issued in Queens
Flood advisory issued in Queens
News Billy Rennison 5/21/2012 at 9:27AM

A flood advisory has been issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) as a result of the morning’s heavy rains. Rain was falling at rates up to an inch per hour, flooding roadways, underpasses and low-lying areas. A special weather statement was also issued by the agency due to the thunderstorms in the area. The [...]

National Weather Service issues Wind Advisory
News Billy Rennison 3/08/2012 at 11:46AM

Today’s early spring weather may disrupted by dangerous winds this afternoon. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory for Queens beginning at noon with gusts expected to surpass 50 mph. Sustained winds will be approximately 30 mph. The winds strength means there is potential for downed trees and power lines. The NWS [...]

National Weather Service issues high wind advisory
News Billy Rennison 2/24/2012 at 12:39PM

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a high wind watch and said damaging winds may blow through the city this weekend. Strong winds are expected to begin tonight and last into Saturday evening. Gusts may reach up to 60 mph, with sustained winds of 40 mph, according to the NWS. The strongest winds will [...]

Fair focuses on where the jobs are — and how to get them
News Alana Manning 10/31/2011 at 5:28PM

Ann Jawin, founder of the Center for the Women of New York (CWNY), and President Rhoda Plotkin are inviting women to the 24th annual “World of Working Women Conference and Job Fair” on November 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held at Flushing’s Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel, where the theme [...]

Severe storm warning issued for Queens; Quarter-sized hail expected
Severe storm warning issued for Queens; Quarter-sized hail expected
News Jay Lane 9/29/2011 at 4:54PM

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Queens this afternoon. The NWS reported that the storm may produce quarter sized hail and winds in excess of 60 mph. Heavy lightning is also expected with the storm. The potentially dangerous conditions have led the NWS to advise residents to stay indoors [...]