Christina L. Farrell

Good morning, NYC! ☔ Periods of moderate to heavy rainfall are expected, especially during the morning commute and into the early afternoon. The heaviest rain is expected to favor areas east of NYC, but New Yorkers should still prepare for wet roads, ponding in low-lying areas, and reduced visibility. Allow extra travel time and use caution on the roads. Rain gradually tapers off this afternoon and evening, setting us up for an improving weekend. Saturday is expected to be mild with some afternoon clouds and a chance of scattered showers. Sunday looks brighter and drier, with breezy conditions and temperatures around 60°F. 🍂

🔥 We kicked off today’s Day of Action with a press conference in the Bronx at City Council Member Pierina Sanchez’s office. NYCEM's Commissioner Farrell and FDNY's First Deputy Commissioner Flynn joined us to highlight how simple fire safety steps can save lives and protect homes and neighbors.   Throughout the day, NYC Emergency Management and @FDNY hit the streets across all five boroughs to share FDNY’s Take 5! Fire Safety Tips and help New Yorkers stay safe.   🔥 Here are 5 tips to remember: 1️⃣ Plug large appliances directly into wall outlets. 2️⃣ Always stay by your pan while cooking. 3️⃣ Make sure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms work on every floor and near where you sleep. 4️⃣ Have an escape plan and practice it. 5️⃣ Charge and store lithium-ion batteries outside when possible, and dispose of them properly.   Our Strengthening Communities partners have been hitting the streets to spread the word and help keep their neighborhoods safe. Take 5 minutes to learn these tips. They could save your life! #FireSafety #FDNY #NYCEM #DayOfAction #NYC

As of 9 a.m.: NYC has received 500 reports of trees down, and 2,500 customers are without power. ⛴️ NYC Ferry service to Governors Island Landing is temporarily suspended.
⛴️ Seastreak's Sandy Hook service is cancelled today. All other service between NYC (East 35th Street and BMB) and Highlands, NJ is operating as scheduled.
⛴️ NY Waterway's Belford service is suspended.
🌉 Empty tractor-trailers and tandems are prohibited on all MTA bridges and tunnels due to high winds. All trucks must use the lower level of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge.
🌉 Motorists are advised to drive at reduced speeds on the Bronx-Whitestone, Throgs Neck, and Cross Bay bridges. Pedestrian walkways on the Marine Parkway and Cross Bay bridges are closed. Call 911 for downed wires, report trees to 311, and report outages to Con Edison (1-800-75-CONED) or, if in the Rockaways, PSEG Long Island (1-800-490-0075).

ASL MESSAGE: A coastal storm will bring strong winds, heavy rain, and coastal flooding to New York City through Sunday.

The greatest impacts are expected Saturday, especially from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Coastal flooding is also expected Saturday and Sunday mornings, particularly in the Rockaways and around Jamaica Bay.

Get emergency alerts by texting NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 or visiting nyc.gov/notifynyc.

Nor'easter update for NYC: coastal flooding could reach minor to locally moderate levels during high tides Thursday evening through Saturday, largely around Jamaica Bay. Tonight's high tide could also bring minor flooding there. 🗺️ The storm is still tracking north well offshore, and the heaviest rain is forecast to stay east of NYC over southeastern New England. For the city, that means gusty winds, weekend rain, and high-tide flooding near the shore. 💨 Gusts will build through the week: 25 to 35 mph today and Thursday, 30 to 45 mph Friday, and 30 to 40 mph Saturday. Secure loose items on balconies, rooftops, and patios, and keep your phone charged. 🌧️ Today and Thursday stay dry. Rain could start as early as late Friday evening, with a 45% to 60% chance of light to briefly moderate rain through the weekend. Totals of 0.5 to 1.25 inches are possible over two to two and a half days. 🚗 Expect some ponding on roads: slow down, allow extra time, and never drive through standing water. 🚫 If you live or travel near the water, do not drive, walk, or swim through floodwaters, including flooded roads, underpasses, and low-lying areas. Turn Around, Don't Drown. 🏖️ Rip current risk is high through Saturday. 📲 Our team is tracking this storm with @NWSNewYorkNY every day, and we'll share updates as the forecast changes. Text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 or visit nyc.gov/notifynyc. Basement apartment residents: sign up at nyc.gov/notify and select the basement apartment option to receive automated phone call alerts during flooding. Call 911 in an emergency and 311 for non-emergency City services.

🌧️ Weather Alert: Heavy Rain & Potential Flash Flooding A Flood Watch is in effect for NYC from 4 AM–12 PM Sunday, Sept. 13, with the greatest risk for heavy rain and flash flooding between 5–10 AM. If you live in a basement apartment or below-grade space, be prepared to move to higher ground. The City is opening 51 safe overnight locations at NYC Public Schools beginning at 10 PM Saturday. Pets and service animals are welcome. 🚗 Never drive, walk, or bike through floodwater. 📱 Stay informed and keep your phone charged. 🏠 Check on neighbors who may need assistance.   Sign up for Notify NYC: Text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 or visit nyc.gov/notify.

Hey, New Yorkers! It’s a beautiful day today, but we’re expecting rain tomorrow through Wednesday. ☔️ That’s why it’s the perfect time to prepare for rain and potential flooding. Use this Flood Ready checklist as a guide to get prepared, or visit nyc.gov/beready. Stay informed and get important emergency updates by signing up for Notify NYC. 📱 Text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 to sign up. Stay safe and stay prepared, NYC! 🗽

⚠️ NYC is under a Travel Advisory today, with a Flood Watch in effect from noon through 11 PM. 🌧️ Periods of heavy rain and scattered thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening. Some storms could produce torrential downpours, localized flash flooding and damaging wind gusts. The greatest flash flood risk is north and west of NYC, but heavy rain and flooding can occur anywhere in the watch area. 🚇 Be ready for rapidly changing conditions. Allow extra travel time, avoid flooded roads, and never drive or walk through floodwater. 🏠 If you live in a basement or below-grade space, be prepared to move to higher ground quickly if conditions worsen or a warning is issued. 📲 Get emergency updates at NYC.gov/NotifyNYC and preparedness guidance at nyc.gov/beready.

If you were affected by the severe storms on Thursday, August 20, we want to hear from you. New Yorkers who experienced storm-related damage to their home, business, property, or belongings should report it at reportdamage.nyc.gov. Photos and details about what happened can help the City build a clearer picture of the storm’s impact across the five boroughs. The City uses damage information to assess the scale and severity of an event and determine whether New York City may be eligible to seek federal disaster assistance. Even if you have already cleaned up or made repairs, please submit a report if you experienced damage. Reporting damage does not guarantee financial assistance, but a complete accounting of impacts can help support the City’s assessment.