![]() ![]() NYC Emergency Management and its partners have activated the Flash Flood Plan and are working with the National Weather Service to monitor conditions. “This weekend’s weather is also a reminder that we are still in the middle of Atlantic Hurricane season and it is a great time to review your preparedness plan for your home or business, especially if you live in flood-prone areas.” “While the warmer summer days are behind us, New Yorkers should take precautions regarding the forecast for high winds and rain during our first fall weekend,” said NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol. Coastal hazards are also expected this weekend, with minor coastal flooding possible during several high tides Saturday afternoon into Sunday, a high risk of life-threatening rip currents, large breaking waves, and rough surf at Atlantic-facing beaches. ![]() General thunderstorms with lightning are also possible Saturday afternoon and again on Sunday. Widespread areas of low lying and poor drainage flooding will be possible during periods of heavy rainfall and isolated flash flooding cannot be ruled out. ![]() Overall rainfall amounts of 2 to 3 inches are forecast. Lingering showers will be possible into Monday. Steady light to moderate rain will begin Saturday morning and continue into Sunday night, with the bulk of the rainfall occurring between 10 a.m. According to the National Weather Service, New York City will experience a long-duration rainfall event this weekend. SeptemThe New York City Emergency Management Department today issued a travel advisory for Saturday, September 23 through Sunday, September 24. NYC EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ADVISES NEW YORKERS TO PREPARE FOR POTENTIAL HEAVY RAINS AND COASTAL HAZARDS ![]()
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