NYCEM Emergency Notifications

25705

2023-09-24T18:00:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delay - Williamsburg Bridge (BK)

Notification issued 09-24-2023 at 05:57 PM. Due to police activity, expect extensive Manhattan-bound traffic delays on the Williamsburg Bridge in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25704

2023-09-24T16:00:00.000

Local Mass Transit

Ferry Suspension - NYC Ferry - Rockaway

Notification issued 09-24-2023 at 15:45. Due to weather conditions, the NYC Ferry Rockaway Route is suspended until further notice. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit https://www.ferry.nyc/service-alerts/.

25703

2023-09-24T12:44:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Notification issued 09-24-2023 at 12:44 PM. Due to a misplaced truck, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the FDR Drive at 46th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25702

2023-09-24T10:47:00.000

Emergency Activity

FDNY Activity - Penn Station (MN)

Notification issued 09-24-2023 at 10:47 AM. Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, mass transit disruptions and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Penn Station in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25701

2023-09-24T10:18:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Gowanus Expressway (BK)

Notification issued 09-24-2023 at 10:18 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive westbound traffic delays on the Gowanus Expressway at 26th Street in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25700

2023-09-24T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 9/24 (CW)

Alley Creek 09/26/2023 01:00 PM Arthur Kill, Upper 09/24/2023 09:00 AM Bowery Bay 09/25/2023 11:00 AM Bronx River, Lower 09/26/2023 03:00 PM Coney Island Creek 09/25/2023 06:00 PM East River (near Steinway Creek) 09/24/2023 08:00 PM East River (RFK to Whitestone) 09/24/2023 04:00 PM East River, Lower 09/24/2023 10:00 AM Eastchester Bay 09/24/2023 08:00 AM Erie Basin 09/24/2023 07:00 AM 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.

25699

2023-09-24T06:12:00.000

Weather

High Rip Current Risk - BK, QN

Notification issued 09-24-2023 at 6:12 AM. Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone on 9/24 until 8 PM on 9/25. Please refrain from swimming on red-flagged beaches where a lifeguard is not present. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. If you are caught in a rip current, do not swim against the current. Instead, relax and float, or if possible, swim parallel to the shoreline. For the latest on Rip Current Risks: https://www.weather.gov/beach/okx

25698

2023-09-24T00:30:00.000

Emergency Activity

Three Alarm Fire - MacDonough Street and Tompkins Avenue (BK)

Notification issued 9/24/2023 at 12:30 AM. Emergency personnel are on the scene of a three alarm fire located at Macdonough Street and Tompkins 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.

25697

2023-09-23T11:15:00.000

Transportation

Vehicle Restrictions - Whitestone Bridge

25696

2023-09-23T11:05:00.000

Utility

Con Ed power Outage - Midland Beach (SI)

Notification issued 09-23-2023 at 11:05 AM. Con Edison is responding to a power outage in the Midland Beach section of Staten Island, including ZIP code 10306. If you are affected by an outage: - Report it at www.coned.com/ReportOutage or call 1-800-75-CONED (26633), or if you have a speech or hearing disability, report outages to 1-800-642-2308. - Please stay safe. Never go near or touch a fallen power line. If you see a downed wire, call 1-800-75-CONED immediately. - Do not use generators indoors. - Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage. - If you are having a life-threatening medical emergency and need immediate assistance, please dial 9-1-1.

25695

2023-09-23T03:00:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult - Charles Ford

Alert issued 9/23/2023 at 2:34 AM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for Charles Ford, a 58-year-old black male from West Hempstead. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'11' tall, 160lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing a red shirt, grey hooded sweatshirt, black pants, yellow hospital socks, and white flip-flops. Last Seen: Hempstead Avenue at approximately 9:00 AM on 09-21-2023. If you see the missing person, please call Nassau Co PD - 5th Precinct at (516) 573-7347 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: XXX

25690

2023-09-22T17:00:00.000

Transportation

Travel Advisory - 9/23 - 9/24 (CW)

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 18:34. The NYC Emergency Management Department has issued a travel advisory for 9/23 to 9/24. New Yorkers are advised to prepare for heavy rain and coastal hazards this weekend. Steady light to moderate rain will begin Saturday morning and continue into Sunday night. Periods of heavy rainfall are likely between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, with scattered showers throughout the day Sunday. In total, the National Weather Service has forecast 2 to 3 inches of rain with max rainfall rates around 0.5 inch per hour. A range of coastal hazards are also expected this weekend, including minor coastal flooding along vulnerable NYC shorelines, large breaking waves, rough surf, and beach erosion. Winds will be gusty on both Saturday and Sunday, with peak gusts around 40 mph. Periods of heavy rain may cause flooding in the city, including highways, streets, basements, and underpasses. During periods of heavy rain, seek higher ground or, if in a basement, move to a higher fl

25663

2023-09-22T17:00:00.000

Transportation

Tunnel to Towers Run (CW)

Notification issued 09-22-2022 at 5:00 PM. In support of the 2023 Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run, the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel will be closed on Sunday, 9/24, from 7:45 AM to 3 PM. One tube of the tunnel will be closed from 10 PM on 9/23 through 7:45 AM on 9/24. One lane will be open in each direction in the remaining tube during this time. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25694

2023-09-22T15:22:00.000

Weather

High Surf Advisory - Queens South & Brooklyn

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 03:22 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: High Surf Advisory Where: Queens South, Brooklyn When: 6:00 AM on 9/23 to 11:00 AM on 9/24 Hazards: Large breaking waves expected for Queens South of 6 to 10 feet and Brooklyn of 3 to 6 feet. These conditions may result in rip currents and localized beach erosion and wash-overs. For weather information, visit www.weather.gov/okx.

25693

2023-09-22T14:59:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Advisory - Queens South - 9/23

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 02:59 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Advisory Where: Queens South When: On 9/23 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM Hazards: Inundation of 1.5 feet above ground level may cause minor flooding of shore roads and/or properties. Preparedness Actions: - Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. Six inches of fast flowing water can knock you off your feet, and as little as one foot of rushing water can carry away a car. 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/.

25692

2023-09-22T14:46:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Advisory - Staten Island - 9/23

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 02:46 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Advisory Where: Staten Island When: On 9/23 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Hazards: Inundation of 1.5 feet above ground level may cause minor flooding of shore roads and/or properties. Preparedness Actions: - Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. Six inches of fast flowing water can knock you off your feet, and as little as one foot of rushing water can carry away a car. 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/.

25691

2023-09-22T14:34:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Bronx, Queens North - 9/23

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 02:34 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Bronx, Queens North When: On 9/23 from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM Hazards: Inundation of 1ft 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/.

25689

2023-09-22T14:21:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Brooklyn, Manhattan - 9/23

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 02:21 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Brooklyn, Manhattan When: On 9/23 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Hazards: Inundation of 1/2ft 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/.

25687

2023-09-22T06:00:00.000

Weather

High Surf Advisory - Queens South, Brooklyn

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 05:46 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: High Surf Advisory Where: Queens South, Brooklyn When: 6:00 AM on 9/22 until 9:00 PM on 9/23 Hazards: Large breaking waves of 5 to 11 feet expected. These conditions may result in rip currents and localized beach erosion and wash-overs. For weather information, visit www.weather.gov/okx.

25686

2023-09-22T03:00:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

MTA Restoration - L Train (MN/BK)

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 02:29 AM. Following a prior service disruption, the L Train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25685

2023-09-22T03:00:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - L Train (MN/BK)

Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 01:59 AM. Due to rail replacements, the L train service is suspended in both directions between 14 St-Union Square in Manhattan and Bedford Avenue in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2gFqaVT.

25684

2023-09-21T17:01:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert - James Alvin Kee - M/B/55

Alert issued 09-21-2023 at 05:01 PM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for James Alvin Kee, a 55-year-old black male from Hempstead, Nassau County. The missing has medical conditions and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 6'2' tall, 250lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing grey sweatshirt and grey sweatpants. Last Seen: Clermont Avenue at approximately 8:00 PM on 09-20-2023. If you see the missing person, please call Hempstead Village Police at 516-573-7347 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: https://flic.kr/p/2p4uo7c.

25683

2023-09-21T10:03:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Joong-Won Baek - M/A/89 (QN)

Silver Alert issued 9/21/2023 at 10:03 AM. A Silver Alert has been issued for Joong-Won Baek, an 89-year-old Asian male from the area of 49th Street and 43rd Avenue in Queens. He has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'0' tall, 125lbs., with gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a navy blue jacket, dark green pants and black sneakers. Last Seen: Skillman Avenue and 49th Street in Queens at approximately 5:00 PM on 09-20-2023. If you see Mr, Baek, please call 1-800-577-8477 (TIPS) or 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: https://flic.kr/p/2p4qi4e

25682

2023-09-20T18:12:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Notification issued 09-20-2023 at 06:12 PM. Due to Police Activity, expect extensive southbound traffic delays on the FDR Drive at 53rd Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25681

2023-09-20T18:00:00.000

Utility

Planned Natural Gas Work - 9/21 - 259th Street (QN)

Notification issued 09-20-2023 at Current Time.  National Grid is scheduled to conduct planned natural gas work on 9/21, which may result in an odor of natural gas near 259th Street between 147th Avenue and 148th Avenue in Queens. The work is scheduled to take place between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM. Please report natural gas emergencies to 9-1-1 if they occur.

25679

2023-09-19T17:23:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Notification issued 09-19-2023 at 05:23 PM. Due to Police Activity, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the FDR Drive approaching 23rd Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25674

2023-09-19T15:00:00.000

Public Health

Mosquito Ground Adulticiding - 9/21 (BK,QN)

Notification issued 09-19-2023 at 3:00 PM. Weather permitting, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will conduct ground-based spraying of mosquito adulticide to help prevent West Nile Virus between 8:30 PM on 9/21 and 6:00 AM on 9/22. Application will be conducted in parts of the following Brooklyn and Queens ZIP codes: 11205, 11206, 11207, 11208, 11211, 11212, 11216, 11221, 11233, 11237, 11249, & 11385. In the case of inclement weather, the application will be delayed until Monday, 9/25. For a map of specific locations, visit: https://flic.kr/p/2p3UjY7 For more information, please visit https://on.nyc.gov/3aHuKQ7 or call 311.

25677

2023-09-19T09:14:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - J, Z Trains (QN)

Notification issued 09-19-2023 at 9:14 AM. Following a prior service disruption, J train, Z train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25676

2023-09-19T08:13:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - J, Z Trains (QN)

Notification issued 09-19-2023 at 8:13 AM. Due to a switch problem, J, Z train service is suspended in both directions between Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer and 111 St. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25678

2023-09-19T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 9/19 (CW)

The following Waterbody Advisories are reported as of 09-19-2023 at 7:02 AM. Alley Creek 09/20/2023 07:00 PM Arthur Kill, Upper 09/19/2023 01:00 PM Bowery Bay 09/20/2023 02:00 AM Bronx River, Lower 09/21/2023 06:00 AM Coney Island Creek 09/21/2023 04:00 AM East River (near Steinway Creek) 09/19/2023 01:00 PM East River (RFK to Whitestone) 09/19/2023 08:00 AM Flushing Bay 09/19/2023 02:00 PM Flushing Creek 09/21/2023 05:00 AM Fresh Creek 09/19/2023 05:00 PM Fresh Kills, Lower 09/19/2023 09:00 AM

25675

2023-09-19T01:00:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult - Sadie Russo

Alert issued 09-19-2023 at 12:00 AM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for Sadie Russo, a 87-year-old white female from Riverhead, Suffolk County. The missing has medical conditions and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'5' tall, 145lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Last Seen: Riverhead, Suffolk County at approximately 4:42 PM on 09-18-2023. Vehicle: Dark blue 2021 Honda Civic CRA9907 If you see the missing person, please call Riverhead Town Police Department at (631) 727-4500 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: https://flic.kr/p/2p3Ucbn

25673

2023-09-18T15:22:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

MTA Restoration - 2,5 Trains (BK,MN)

Notification issued 09-18-2023 at 03:22 PM. Following a prior service disruption, 2 train and 5 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25672

2023-09-18T14:59:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 2,5 Trains (BK,MN)

Notification issued 09-18-2023 at 2:59 PM. Due to a water condition on the tracks, 2, 5 train service is suspended in both directions between Bowling Green / Wall St stations in Manhattan and Flatbush Av - Brooklyn College in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25671

2023-09-18T12:15:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert - Sam Makhmaltchi - M/W/82

Alert issued 09-18-2023 at 12:15 PM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for Sam Makhmaltchi, a 82-year-old white male from Rhinebeck, NY. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 6'2' tall, 220lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes, unknown clothing description. Last Seen: Southbound Bronx River Parkway at approximately 8:30 AM on 09-18-2023. Vehicle: Gray 2019 Dodge Caravan with NY registration BLU-1004. If you see the missing person, please call NYSP Rhinebeck at 914-769-2600 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here:

25670

2023-09-18T11:23:00.000

Emergency Activity

Protest Activity - Zuccotti Park (MN)

Notification issued 09-18-2023 at 11:23 AM. Due to protest activity, expect intermittent road closures, traffic delays and a heavy presence of emergency personnel near Zuccotti Park in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25669

2023-09-18T10:59:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - N, W Trains (MN, QN)

Notification issued 09-18-2023 at 10:59 AM. Following a prior service disruption, N Train, W train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

25668

2023-09-18T09:04:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - N, W Trains (MN, QN)

Notification issued 09-18-2023 at 9:04 AM. Due to a train's brakes being activated, N, W train service is suspended between Manhattan and Queens. The last stop on northbound trains will be Times Sq-42 St, 57 St-7 Av, Lexington Av/59 St, or 96 St. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

25667

2023-09-18T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 9/18 (CW)

Alley Creek 09/18/2023 10:00 PM Arthur Kill, Upper 09/18/2023 12:00 PM Bowery Bay 09/18/2023 06:00 PM Bronx River, Lower 09/19/2023 07:00 PM Coney Island Creek 09/19/2023 07:00 PM East River (near Steinway Creek) 09/18/2023 09:00 AM East River (RFK to Whitestone) 09/18/2023 08:00 AM Flushing Bay 09/18/2023 11:00 AM Flushing Creek 09/19/2023 10:00 AM Fresh Creek 09/18/2023 12:00 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.

25666

2023-09-17T15:42:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Bruckner Expressway (BX)

Notification issued 09-17-2023 at 03:42 PM. Due to a vehicle fire, expect extensive eastbound traffic delays on the Bruckner Expressway approaching Hunts Point Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25543

2023-09-17T15:00:00.000

Public Health

Mosquito Ground Adulticiding - 9/19 (BK)

Notification issued 09-17-2023 at 3:00 PM. Weather permitting, the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene will conduct ground-based spraying of mosquito adulticide to help prevent West Nile Virus between 8:30 PM on 9/19 and 6 AM on 9/20. Application will be conducted in parts of the following Brooklyn ZIP codes: 11203, 11204, 11215, 11218, 11219, 11220, 11225, 11226, 11232, and 11238. In the case of inclement weather, the alternate time frame for this activity is between 8:30 PM on 9/20 and 6 AM on 9/21. For a map of specific locations, visit: https://flic.kr/p/2p3i9C1. For more information, please visit https://on.nyc.gov/3aHuKQ7 or call 311.

25665

2023-09-16T12:31:00.000

Emergency Activity

FDNY Activity - East 3rd Street and Avenue X (BK)

Notification issued 09-16-2023 at 12:31 PM. Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of East 3rd Street and Avenue X in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25664

2023-09-16T11:48:00.000

Emergency Activity

Police Activity - 8th Ave & 10th St (BK)

Notification issued 09-16-2023 at 11:48 AM. Due to police activity, expect traffic delays, road closures, and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of 8th Avenue and 10th Street in Brooklyn. Use alternate routes to avoid the area and allow for additional travel time.

25662

2023-09-16T08:05:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Times Square (MN)

Notification issued 09-16-2023 at 8:05 AM Following a prior closure, 7th Avenue, between West 42nd Street and West 39th Street, and 8th Avenue and West 40th Street have reopened in Manhattan. Expect residual delays.

25661

2023-09-16T04:40:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Queens South (9/16)

Notification issued 9/16/2023 at 4:40 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Queens South When: on 9/16 until 4:00 PM Hazards: Inundation of 1 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/.

25660

2023-09-15T20:20:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Eaton Laverne - M/B/72 (BK)

Silver Alert issued 09-15-2023 at 20:11:46. A Silver Alert has been issued for Eaton Laverne, a 72-year-old black male from the area of Pitkin Avenue and Lincoln Avenue in Brooklyn. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'3' tall, 130lbs, with black hair and brown eyes. Wearing a blue and white sweater, blue jeans and white sneakers. Last Seen: Pitkin Avenue and Lincoln Avenue in Brooklyn at approximately 2:00 PM on 09-12-2023. 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/2p3e2N9

25659

2023-09-14T19:49:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Brooklyn Queens Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 09-14-2023 at 07:49 PM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive eastbound traffic delays on the Brooklyn Queens Expressway approaching Astoria Boulevard in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

25658

2023-09-14T19:00:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flooding Preparedness

Notification issued 09-14-2023 at 05:58 PM. New York City Emergency Management urges New Yorkers to prepare for possible coastal flooding and hazardous beach conditions through early Sunday morning. Inundation levels of up to 2 feet above normally dry ground during high tides Friday night to early Sunday morning are expected. Winds gusts up to 35 mph out of the north are also possible. -A High Surf Advisory is in effect for Southern Queens and Brooklyn until 10:00 PM on 9/14. -A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect for Southern Queens from 6PM on 9/15 to 3AM on 9/17. -A Coastal Flood Statement is in effect for Northern Queens, Staten Island, Manhattan, The Bronx and Brooklyn from 6PM on 9/15 to 3AM on 9/17. Preparedness Actions: - During periods of heavy inundation, seek higher ground, seek higher ground or, if in a basement, prepare now to move to a higher floor if needed. -Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. Six inches of fast flowing water can knock you off

25656

2023-09-14T17:00:00.000

Weather

CORRECTION: Coastal Flood Statement - Queens North, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island

Notification issued 09-14-2023 at 04:07 PM. CORRECTION: The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Queens North, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan, Staten Island When: 6:00 PM on 9/15 to 5:00 AM on 9/17 Hazards: Inundation of 1ft 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/.

25657

2023-09-14T17:00:00.000

Weather

CORRECTION: Coastal Flood Advisory - Queens South

Notification issued 09-14-2023 at 04:14 PM. CORRECTION: The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Advisory Where: Queens South When: 6:00 PM on 9/15 until 3:00 AM on 9/17 Hazards: Inundation of 1-2 feet above ground level may cause minor flooding of shore roads and/or properties. Preparedness Actions: - Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. Six inches of fast flowing water can knock you off your feet, and as little as one foot of rushing water can carry away a car. 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/.

25655

2023-09-14T14:16:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Queensboro Bridge (MN)

Notification issued 09-14-2023 at 14:16. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Queensboro Bridge have reopened in both directions. Expect residual delays.