NYCEM Emergency Notifications

25961

2023-10-29T08:49:00.000

Transportation

Williamsburg Bridge Reopened

Notification issued 10-29-2023 at 08:48. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Williamsburg Bridge have reopened in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25960

2023-10-29T08:04:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Williamsburg Bridge (BK)

Notification issued 10-29-2023 at 08:03 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all westbound lanes of Williamsburg Bridge are closed. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25959

2023-10-29T07:00:00.000

Weather

Costal Flood Statement - Staten Island

Notification issued 10-29-2023 at 06:19 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Staten Island When: 7 AM - 10 AM on 10/29 Hazards: Inundation of one half ft above ground level may cause minor flooding of shore roads and properties. Preparedness Actions: - Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. There could be pollutants in the water or other hazards that you cannot see. - Coastal flood waters could damage your vehicle. Move your car to higher ground, and wash your car thoroughly if it makes contact with flood waters. - New York City residents, please call 311 if you encounter flooding that makes roads impassable, causes property damage, or persists for more than 48 hours. Info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

25958

2023-10-29T05:10:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Child Alert - Jack Fleckner (M/W/19)

Alert issued 10-29-2023 at 05:10 AM. A Missing Child Alert has been issued for Jack Fleckner, a 19-year-old white male from Manhasset, NY. The child has medical conditions and may be in imminent danger. Child Description: 5'10' tall, 180lbs, with brown hair and brown eyes. Wearing Unknown clothing. Last Seen: Walter Lane at approximately 1:00 PM on 10-28-2023. Vehicle: Black 2021 Jeep Cherokee with license plate number LDG-6712 If you see the missing person, please call Nassau County Police at (516) 573-7347 or call 9-1-1.

25957

2023-10-28T19:10:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Gowanus Expressway (BK)

Notification issued 10-28-2023 at 07:10 PM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Gowanus Expressway have reopened at Prospect Expressway in Brooklyn. Expect residual delays.

25956

2023-10-28T19:02:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Brooklyn Bridge (MN)

Notification issued {Today's Date} at {Current Time}.  Following a prior closure, all lanes of Brooklyn Bridge have reopened in Manhattan. Expect residual delays.

25955

2023-10-28T18:11:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Gowanus Expressway (BK)

Notification issued 10-28-2023 at 06:11 PM. Due to a vehicle fire, all eastbound lanes of the Gowanus Expressway are closed at Prospect Expressway in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25954

2023-10-28T17:27:00.000

Transportation

Update: Unplanned Road Closure - Brooklyn Bridge (MN)

Notification issued 10-28-2023 at 05:27 PM. Update: Due to protest activity, all lanes of the Brooklyn Bridge are closed in both directions in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25953

2023-10-28T15:09:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Brooklyn & Queens South - 10/29

Notification issued 10-28-2023 at 03:09 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Brooklyn & Queens South When: On 10/29 from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM Hazards: Inundation of Up to one half foot above ground level may cause minor flooding of shore roads and properties. Preparedness Actions: - Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. There could be pollutants in the water or other hazards that you cannot see. - Coastal flood waters could damage your vehicle. Move your car to higher ground and wash your car thoroughly if it makes contact with flood waters. - New York City residents, please call 311 if you encounter flooding that makes roads impassable, causes property damage, or persists for more than 48 hours. Info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

25952

2023-10-28T00:37:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Bruckner Expressway (BX)

Notification issued 10-28-2023 at 12:37 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the Bruckner Expressway at East Tremont Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25951

2023-10-27T21:09:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Henry Hudson Parkway (MN)

Notification issued 10-27-2023 at 09:09 PM. Due to vehicle a collision, expect extensive traffic delays in both directions on the Henry Hudson Parkway approaching West 110th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25932

2023-10-27T17:00:00.000

Planned Events

Con Edison Exercise - 10/28 (SI)

Notification issued 10-27-2023 at 5:00 PM A Con Edison exercise is scheduled to occur on Saturday October 28th in the area of Virginia Avenue and Colton Street in Staten Island. The activity will consist of multi-agency emergency preparedness drills at the Con Edison facility. The drill will begin at 6:30AM and conclude by 11:30 AM. Expect emergency personnel and vehicles in the area. This is only a drill.

25950

2023-10-27T15:29:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Queens South (10/28)

Notification issued 10-27-2023 at 03:29 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Queens South When: On 10/28 from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Hazards: Inundation of one half ft above ground level may cause minor flooding of shore roads and properties. Preparedness Actions: - Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. There could be pollutants in the water or other hazards that you cannot see. - Coastal flood waters could damage your vehicle. Move your car to higher ground, and wash your car thoroughly if it makes contact with flood waters. - New York City residents, please call 311 if you encounter flooding that makes roads impassable, causes property damage, or persists for more than 48 hours. Info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

25945

2023-10-27T10:33:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - J Train (MN/BK)

Notification issued 10/27/2023 at 10:33 AM. Following a prior service disruption, J train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25947

2023-10-27T10:24:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Williamsburg Bridge

Notification issued 10-27-2023 at 10:24 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Williamsburg Bridge have reopened. Expect residual delays.

25946

2023-10-27T05:40:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Williamsburg Bridge (MN/BK)

Notification issued 10/27/2023 at 5:40 AM. Due to NYPD activity, all lanes of the Williamsburg Bridge are closed in both directions between Manhattan and Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25944

2023-10-27T05:10:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - J Train (MN/BK)

Notification issued 10/27/2023 at 5:10 AM. Due to NYPD activity, J train service is suspended in both directions between Delancey Street - Essex Street in Manhattan and Myrtle Avenue in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25942

2023-10-26T22:00:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - B/Q Train

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 09:23 PM. Following a prior service disruption, the 4 & 5 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25943

2023-10-26T22:00:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - 4/5 Train (BK)

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 09:23 PM. Following a prior service disruption, the 4 & 5 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25941

2023-10-26T20:59:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - B Train (BK/MN/BX)

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 08:58 PM. Due to loss of power, B train service is suspended. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25936

2023-10-26T20:00:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Landale Hoilette - M/B/79

Silver Alert issued {Today's Date} at {Current Time}. A Silver Alert has been issued for Landale Hoilette, a 79-year-old black male from the area of New Jersey Avenue and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn. The missing has Alzheimer's and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'9' tall, 155lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. Wearing a grey sweatshirt, blue jeans, and black sneakers. Last Seen: New Jersey Avenue and Liberty Avenue in Brooklyn at approximately 12:30 PM on 10-26-2023. If you see the missing person, please call 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS) or 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: https://flic.kr/p/2pbVaNB

25940

2023-10-26T20:00:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - B/ Q Train (BK)

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 07:51 PM. Due to loss of power, the B & Q train service is suspended in both directions between Kings Highway and Brighton Beach and Coney Island- Stillwell Avenue. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25939

2023-10-26T19:00:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 4/5 Train (MN/BK)

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 06:33 PM. Due to a track fire, the 4 & 5 train service is suspended in both directions between Manhattan and Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25938

2023-10-26T17:28:00.000

Utility

Water Condition - Underhill Avenue & Lafayette Avenue (BX)

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 05:27 PM. Due to a water condition, expect emergency personnel and traffic delays in the area of Underhill Avenue and Lafayette Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes.

25937

2023-10-26T16:00:00.000

Transportation

Planned Road Closure - Roosevelt Island Bridge - 10/27

Notification issued 10-26-2023 at 5:00 PM The NYC Department of Transportation will be conducting planned test openings of the Roosevelt Island Bridge from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Friday, October 27th. Test openings will take approximately 8-12 minutes and result in complete closures of the bridge to all vehicular and pedestrian traffic during lifts. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25935

2023-10-25T14:44:00.000

Local Mass Transit

Modified Ferry Schedule - SI Ferry - 10/25

25934

2023-10-25T09:07:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - 2, 5 Trains (BX)

Notification issued 10-25-2023 at 9:07 AM. Following a prior service disruption, 2 train, 5 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25933

2023-10-25T08:54:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 2, 5 Trains (BX)

Notification issued 10-25-2023 at 8:54 AM. Due to a train's brakes being activated, 2, 5 train service is suspended at Jackson Ave and southbound trains are holding in stations in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25930

2023-10-24T19:39:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - J Train (QN)

Notification issued 10-24-2023 at 07:39 PM. Following a prior service disruption, J train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25931

2023-10-24T15:27:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - J Train (QN)

Notification issued 10-24-2023 at 03:27 PM. Due to a mechanical problem, the J train service is suspended in both directions between Crescent Street and Jamaica Center - Parsons/ Archer. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25866

2023-10-24T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Mount Sinai Health System Training Exercise - 10/25 (CW)

Notification issued 10-24-2023 at 3:00 PM. On Wednesday, October 25, from 11 AM - 1 PM, Mount Sinai Health System will carry out a routine, pre-planned training exercise across all facilities as part of standard procedures to ensure readiness. You may see emergency personnel and resources as part of the controlled, simulated exercise but hospital operations will remain normal.

25928

2023-10-24T07:00:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - Amtrak Service (New York & Albany)

Notification issued 10-24-2023 at 7:00 AM. Following a prior service disruption, Amtrak train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays of 30-45 minutes.

25929

2023-10-24T06:00:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

MTA Restoration - 4/6 Train (MN)

Notification issued 10/24/2023 at 6:00 AM. Following a prior service disruption, 4 and 6 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25927

2023-10-24T03:19:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 4/6 Train (MN)

Notification issued 10/24/2023 at 3:19 AM. Due to a track fire, 4 and 6 train service is suspended in both directions between 86th Street and Wall Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25925

2023-10-23T18:00:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Owen Shakespeare - M/B/72

Silver Alert issued {Today's Date} at {Current Time}. A Silver Alert has been issued for Owen Shakespeare, a 72-year-old black male from the area of East 18th Street and Church Avenue in Brooklyn. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'9' tall, 180lbs, with brown hair and brown eyes. Wearing tan jacket, tan pants, tan sneakers, and a black shirt. Last Seen: East 18th Street and Church Avenue in Brooklyn at approximately 4:00 PM on 10-20-2023. If you see the missing person, please call 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS) or 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here:

25926

2023-10-23T18:00:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Aubrey Nanton - M/B/83

Silver Alert issued {Today's Date} at {Current Time}. A Silver Alert has been issued for Aubrey Nanton, a 83-year-old black male from the area of 8th and 51st Street in Brooklyn. The missing has been forgetful lately and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'5' tall, 160lbs, with salt and pepper hair. Wearing a grey sweatshirt and blue jeans. Last Seen: 8th and 51st Street in Brooklyn at approximately 11:00 PM on 10-21-2023. Vehicle: 2013 Grey Nissan Versa with license plate number GS6078 If you see the missing person, please call 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS) or 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: XXXXXXXXX

25924

2023-10-23T16:40:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Cross Island Parkway (QN)

Notification issued 10-23-2023 at 04:40 PM. Due to police activity, expect extensive southbound traffic delays on the Cross Island Parkway approaching Braddock Avenue in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25923

2023-10-23T09:34:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - 7 Train (MN, QN)

Notification issued 10-23-2023 at 9:34 AM. Following a prior service disruption, 7 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25921

2023-10-23T05:15:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Cross Island Expressway (BX)

Notification issued 10-23-2023 at 5:14 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Major Deegan Expressway have reopened at Cross Island Expressway in The Bronx. Expect residual delays.

25922

2023-10-23T05:09:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Cross Island Parkway

Notification issued 10-23-2023 at 5:09 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all southbound lanes of the Major Deegan Expressway are closed at the Cross Bronx Expressway in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25920

2023-10-23T04:46:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 7 Train (MN, QN)

Notification issued 10-23-2023 at 4:46 AM. Due to planned work, 7 train service is suspended in both directions between Queensboro Plaza and 34 Street Hudson Yard. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25919

2023-10-23T03:02:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Osbert Amede M/B/73

Silver Alert issued 10-23-2023 at 2:29 AM. A Silver Alert has been issued for Osbert Amede, a 73-year-old black male from the area of East 222nd Street and Carpenter Avenue in The Bronx. The missing has dementia and is partially blind and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'6' tall, 150lbs, bald with brown eyes. Wearing blue jeans, eyeglasses, and a dark colored shirt. Last Seen: East 222nd Street and Carpenter Avenue in The Bronx at approximately 12:00 PM on 10-22-2023. If you see the missing person, please call 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS) or 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here:

25909

2023-10-22T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Planned Flyover - 10/23 - VZ Bridge

Notification issued 10-22-2023 at 3:00 PM. 4 F-18 aircraft will be conducting a Hudson River flyover near the Verrazzano Bridge at 2:30 PM on 10/23. The aircraft will fly at approximately 2,500 feet.

25906

2023-10-22T15:00:00.000

Utility

Planned Natural Gas Work - 10/23 - 148th Rd (QN)

Notification issued 10-22-2023 at 3:00 PM.  National Grid is scheduled to conduct planned natural gas work on 10/23, which may result in an odor of natural gas near 148th Road between Hook Creek Boulevard and 259th Street in Queens . The work is scheduled to take place between 8 AM and 8 PM. Please report natural gas emergencies to 9-1-1 if they occur.

25918

2023-10-22T13:13:00.000

Emergency Activity

Three Alarm Fire - 63rd Street (BK)

Notification issued 10-22-2023 at 1:12 PM. Emergency personnel are on the scene of a three alarm fire located at 63rd Street and 6th Avenue in Brooklyn. Expect smoke, traffic delays, and a presence of emergency personnel and vehicles in the area. The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene advises avoiding smoke exposure from structural fires by closing windows while indoors and reducing outdoor activity where smoke is present. People with heart or breathing conditions such as asthma may be more sensitive and should seek immediate medical attention if they experience a worsening of their condition, shortness of breath, or chest pains.

25917

2023-10-22T09:28:00.000

Regional Mass Transit

Amtrak Service Suspension Update - 10/22 - 10/23 (CW)

Notification issued 10-23-2023 at 9:28 AM. Update: Due to a mudslide, Amtrak service remains suspended between New York and Albany in both directions until tomorrow, October 23rd. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.amtrak.com.

25916

2023-10-22T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 10/22 (CW)

The following Waterbody Advisories are reported as of 10-22-2023 at 7:02 AM. Alley Creek 10/22/2023 08:00 PM Bowery Bay 10/23/2023 01:00 AM Bronx River, Lower 10/24/2023 12:00 AM Coney Island Creek 10/23/2023 11:00 AM Flushing Creek 10/23/2023 08:00 AM Hutchinson River, Lower 10/22/2023 09:00 PM Newtown Creek, Lower 10/24/2023 05:00 PM Newtown Creek, Upper 10/24/2023 05:00 PM Paerdegat Basin 10/22/2023 02:00 PM Westchester Creek 10/22/2023 06:00 PM A Waterbody Advisory has been issued. For more info on affected waterbodies, call 311 or go to http://bit.ly/3KFvQQJ. (*) Please note that DEP has detected a possible technical difficulty with this rain gauge which is currently being diagnosed. Waterbody advisories that use this gauge are temporarily using the next closest rain gauge. Users are advised to check the website link regularly which will reflect the most up-to-date information as any issues are resolved.

25915

2023-10-21T19:05:00.000

Emergency Activity

Protest Activity - 67th Street (BK)

25914

2023-10-21T18:51:00.000

Regional Mass Transit

Amtrak Service Suspension - New York & Albany - 10/21 to 10/22

Notification issued 10-21-2023 at 06:51 PM Due to a mudslide, Amtrak service is suspended between New York and Albany in both directions until tomorrow, October 22nd. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.amtrak.com.

25913

2023-10-21T17:34:00.000

Transportation

Vehicle Restrictions - Bronx Whitestone Bridge & Cross Bay Bridge