NYCEM Emergency Notifications

24958

2023-06-25T19:24:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

MTA Restoration - A Train (QN)

Notification issued 06-25-2023 at {Current Time}. Following a prior service disruption, A train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24959

2023-06-25T16:20:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Aquan Le - M/A/69 (QN)

Notification Issued 06-25-2023 at 4:30 PM A Silver Alert has been issued for Quan Lee, a 69-year-old Asian male from the area of 198th Street and 67th Avenue in Queens. The missing has Alzheimer's and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'6' tall, 160lbs, with black hair and black eyes. Wearing a black hat, brown/yellow striped T-shirt, black jeans, & blue sneakers. Last Seen: Francis Lewis Boulevard and 73rd Avenue (near Cunningham Park) in Queens at approximately 5:00 AM on 06-25-2023. 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: PHOTO

24960

2023-06-25T15:59:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult - David Simpson - M/B/70

Alert issued 06-25-2023 at 03:59 PM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for David Simpson, a 70-year-old black male from Queens, NY. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'6' tall, 100lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing plaid button down shirt, black pants, black shoes and a tan cowboy hat. He also wears glasses. Last Seen: 208th Street and Oceania Street in Queens at approximately 7:30 PM on 06-24-2023. If you see the missing person, please call NYPD 105th Precinct at (718) 776-9090 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: PHOTO

24957

2023-06-25T12:03:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - A Train (QN)

Notification issued 06-25-2023 at 12:03 PM. Due to FDNY activity, A train service is suspended in both directions between Far Rockaway - Mott Ave and Howard Beach - JFK Airport. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24956

2023-06-25T05:07:00.000

Utility

Power Outage - Marine Park Loop (BK)

Notification issued 06-25-2023 at 5:07 AM. Con Edison is responding to a power outage in the Marine Park Loop section of Brooklyn, including ZIP code(s) 11229, 11234. 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.

24951

2023-06-24T20:35:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Grand Central Parkway (QN)

Notification issued 06-24-2023 at 08:35 PM. Due to a vehicle fire, expect extensive eastbound traffic delays on the Grand Central Parkway approaching Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24933

2023-06-24T17:00:00.000

Planned Events

Fireworks Display - 6/25 - Brooklyn Army Terminal (BK)

Notification issued 06-24-2023 at 5:00 PM.  There will be a fireworks display near the Brooklyn Army Terminal in Brooklyn tomorrow, 6/25, at approximately 9:45 PM in honor of NYC Pride.

24859

2023-06-24T15:00:00.000

Transportation

NYC Pride Parade - 6/25 (MN)

Notification issued at 06-24-2022 at 3:00 PM. In support of the NYC Pride Parade & Festival, there will be intermittent street closures in effect from 5th Avenue and 25th Street to 7th Avenue and 16th Street in Manhattan from 6 AM to 6 PM on Sunday, 6/25. Consider alternative routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit: nycpride.org

24955

2023-06-24T11:50:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Henry Hudson Parkway (MN)

Notification issued 06-24-2023 at 11:50 AM Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Henry Hudson Parkway have reopened at West 66th Street in Manhattan. Expect residual delays.

24954

2023-06-24T10:38:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Henry Hudson Parkway (MN)

Notification issued 06-24-2023 at 10:38 AM Due to a vehicle fire, all northbound lanes of the Henry Hudson Parkway are closed at West 66th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24953

2023-06-24T07:31:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Belt Parkway (QN)

Notification issued 06-24-2023 at XX:XX AM.  Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Belt Parkway have reopened at Farmers Boulevard in Queens. Expect residual delays.

24952

2023-06-24T03:59:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure- Belt Parkway

Notification issued 06-24-2023 at 3:59 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all westbound lanes of the Belt Parkway are closed at Springfield Boulevard in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24950

2023-06-23T18:00:00.000

Utility

Planned Natural Gas Work - 6/24 - Kings Highway (BK)

Notification issued 06-23-2023 at 6:00 PM. National Grid is scheduled to conduct planned natural gas work on 6/24, which may result in an odor of natural gas near Kings Highway and East 33rd Street in Brooklyn. 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.

24949

2023-06-23T15:00:00.000

Emergency Activity

Lithium-ion Battery Warning (CW)

Notification issued 06-23-2023 at 1:32 PM Lithium-ion battery fires can be deadly. New Yorkers are encouraged to call 311 to report safety concerns about lithium-ion batteries. For a full list of best practices for lithium-ion batteries, click here: Safety Tips for Devices with Lithium-Ion Batteries - FDNY Smart

24922

2023-06-23T12:00:00.000

Planned Events

NYC OCME Missing Persons Day - 6/24 (CW)

Notification issued: 06-23-2023 at 12:00 PM The NYC Office of Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) is hosting their annual Missing Persons Day on Saturday, 6/24, from 9 AM until 3 PM. This free event offers resources and confidential support for the families and friends of long-term missing persons (missing for 60 or more days) to help find and identify their missing loved ones. Individuals may file a missing person report or submit new information to an existing case. The event is open to the public, but appointments are strongly encouraged. Providing information is voluntary and used only for the purpose of making identifications. A virtual option is available for those who cannot attend in person. Interpretation services are available. To schedule an appointment: Call (212) 323-1201 For more information, visit: nyc.gov/ocme

24948

2023-06-22T18:48:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Notification issued 06-22-2023 at 06:48 PM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the FDR Drive approaching 42nd Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24917

2023-06-22T17:00:00.000

Transportation

Planned Road Closure - Roosevelt Island Bridge - 6/23 (MN/QN)

Notification issued 06-22-2023 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, June 23rd. 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.

24939

2023-06-22T16:00:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - L train (BK)

Notification issued 06-22-2023 at 02:45 PM. Due to a person struck, L train service is suspended in both directions between Myrtle Avenue and Atlantic Avenue. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24940

2023-06-22T16:00:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - L Train (BK)

Notification issued 06-22-2023 at 03:46 PM. Following a prior service disruption, L Train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24931

2023-06-22T09:12:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - 1 & 3 Train (MN)

Notification issued 06-22-2023 at 9:12 AM. Following a prior service disruption, 1 train and 3 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24930

2023-06-22T08:41:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 1 & 3 Train (MN)

Notification issued 06-22-2023 at 8:41 AM. Due to a person struck by a train, 1 and 3 train service is suspended in both directions between Times Square-42nd Street and 96th Street. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24928

2023-06-21T15:25:00.000

Weather

Risk of Rip Currents (CW)

Notification issued 06-21-2023 at 3:25 PM. Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone from 6/21 3:30 PM to 6/22 8:00 PM. 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

24925

2023-06-21T15:00:00.000

Utility

Planned Natural Gas Work -6/22 - Kings Hwy & E 33rd St (BK)

Notification issued 06-21-2023 at 3:00 PM.  National Grid is scheduled to conduct planned natural gas work on 6/22, which may result in an odor of natural gas near Kings Highway and East 33rd Street in Brooklyn. 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.

24926

2023-06-21T10:55:00.000

Planned Events

CERT Exercise - 6/21 - NYCEM HQ (BK)

Notification issued 06-21-2023 at 10:55 AM.  As part of a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class, a fire safety exercise will be conducted at approximately 6:30 PM on 6/21 in the area of Cadman Plaza East and Red Cross Place in Brooklyn. Expect to see FDNY and NYPD personnel in action. To learn more about CERT, visit http://www.NYC.gov/CERT.

24923

2023-06-21T08:52:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Youngsook Lee F/A/90 (QN)

Silver Alert issued 06-21-2023 at 8:52 AM. A Silver Alert has been issued for Youngsook Lee, a 90-year-old Asian female from the area of Kissena Boulevard and 71st Avenue in Queens. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'4' tall, 110lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing a blue shirt with flowers, yellow pants, and black shoes.. Last Seen: Kissena Boulevard and 71st Avenue in Queens at approximately 3:30 PM on 06-20-2023. 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: https://flic.kr/p/2oJBKn8

24924

2023-06-21T07:33:00.000

Planned Events

Fireworks Display - Luna Park (BK)

Notification issued 06-21-2023 at 7:33 AM There will be a fireworks display near Luna Park in Brooklyn today, 6/21, at approximately 9:15 PM.

24920

2023-06-20T18:00:00.000

Weather

Risk of Rip Currents - BK, QN

Notification issued 06-23-2023 at 05:00 PM. Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone from 8 AM to 9 PM on 6/21. 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

24921

2023-06-20T17:06:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Brooklyn Queens Expressway (BK)

Notification issued 06-20-2023 at 05:06 PM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of Brooklyn Queens Expressway have reopened at Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. Expect residual delays.

24919

2023-06-20T16:13:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Brooklyn Queens Expressway (BK)

Notification issued 06-20-2023 at 04:13 PM. Due to a vehicle collision, all westbound lanes of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway are closed approaching Hamilton Avenue in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time

24903

2023-06-20T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Planned Flyover - 6/21 - Hudson River

Notification issued 06-20-2023 at 3:00 PM. The Blue Angels flight team, consisting of 7 Navy F/A-18E Super Hornet aircraft, will be conducting a flyover near the Hudson River at 5:40 PM on 6/21. The aircraft will fly at approximately 2,500 feet.

24916

2023-06-20T08:33:00.000

Planned Events

NYPD Controlled Detonation - Rodman's Neck (BX)

Notification issued 06-20-2023 at 8:33 AM NYPD controlled detonation activity will occur near Rodmans Neck in The Bronx between approximately 10 AM and 2 PM on 6/20. The effects of this routine activity may be heard in nearby neighborhoods.

24915

2023-06-20T00:48:00.000

Emergency Activity

Three Alarm Fire - Madison Avenue (MN)

Notification issued 06-20-2023 at 12:47 AM. Emergency personnel are on the scene of a three alarm fire located at Madison Avenue and East 28th Street in Manhattan. 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.

24914

2023-06-19T19:00:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult - Carlton Lauray - M/B/62 (QN)

Alert issued 06-19-2023 at 07:00 PM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for Carlton Lauray, a 62-year-old black male from Queens. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'9' tall, 150lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing camouflage cargo shorts, a light colored T-shirt, and black sneakers. Last Seen: 120th Avenue at approximately 5:40 PM on 06-18-2023. If you see the missing person, please call NYCPD Missing Person Squad at (718) 722-7733 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: PHOTO

24913

2023-06-19T04:23:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Cross Island Parkway (QN)

Notification issued 06-19-2023 at 4:22 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Cross Island Parkway have reopened at the Whitestone Expressway in Queens. Expect residual delays.

24912

2023-06-19T03:36:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Major Deegan Expressway

Notification issued 06-19-2023 at 3:36 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Major Deegan Expressway have reopened at W 230th Street in The Bronx. Expect residual delays.

24911

2023-06-19T02:48:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Major Deegan Expressway (BX)

Notification issued 06-19-2023 at 2:48 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all northbound lanes of the Major Deegan Expressway are closed at W 230th Street in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24910

2023-06-19T00:47:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Whitestone Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 06-19-2023 at 12:47 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all northbound lanes of the Cross Island Parkway are closed at Whitestone Expressway in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24899

2023-06-18T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Reminder Free N95 Distribution (CW)

Notification issued 06-16-2023 at 7:51 PM Reminder: The FDNY & NYPD are distributing free N-95 masks at locations across the city. Limit is 2 masks per person. For more information visit https://on.nyc.gov/3qPN2uI

24909

2023-06-17T20:33:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert - Gerard McKenna M/B/83

Alert issued 06-17-2023 at 08:33 PM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for Gerard McKenna, a 83-year-old white male from Uniondale, Nassau County. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'7' tall, 105lbslbs, with white hair and blue eyes. Wearing a black jacket, beige pants, white sneakers and a Mets baseball cap. Last Seen: Uniondale, Nassau County at approximately 1:00 PM on 06-17-2023. If you see the missing person, please call at or call 9-1-1.

24907

2023-06-17T15:44:00.000

Weather

Special Weather Statement (BK,MN,QN,SI)

24906

2023-06-17T07:28:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Major Deegan Expressway at 135th Street (BX)

Notification issued 6/17/2023 at 7:28 AM. Following a prior closure, all northbound lanes of the Major Deegan Expressway have reopened at 135th Street in The Bronx. Expect residual delays.

24908

2023-06-17T03:39:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Queens South - 6/17-6/18 (QN)

Notification issued 6/17/2023 at 3:39 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Queens South When: 6:00 PM on 6/17 to 1:00 AM on 6/18 Hazards: Inundation of 0.5ft 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/.

24905

2023-06-17T02:51:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Major Deegan Expressway at 135th Street (BX)

Notification issued 6/17/2023 at 2:51 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all northbound lanes of the Major Deegan Expressway are closed at 135th Street in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24904

2023-06-16T21:29:00.000

Local Mass Transit

Twitter Only Message - Modified Ferry Schedule

24825

2023-06-16T15:00:00.000

Transportation

Coney Island Mermaid Parade - 6/17 (BK)

Notification issued 06-16-2023 at 3:00 PM In support of the Coney Island Mermaid Parade, Surf Avenue between West 10th Street and West 21st Street in Brooklyn will be closed from 1 PM to 4 PM on Saturday, 6/17. Please consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit: www.coneyisland.com/mermaidparade

24902

2023-06-16T04:18:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Queens South - 6/16 (QN)

Notification issued 6/16/2023 at 4:18 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Queens South When: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM on 6/16 Hazards: Inundation of 0.5ft 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/.

24901

2023-06-15T17:24:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - L Train (BK)

Notification issued 06-15-2023 at 05:24 PM. Following a prior service disruption, L Train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24900

2023-06-15T16:57:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - L Train (BK)

Notification issued 06-15-2023 at 04:57 PM. Due to an unauthorized person on the tracks, L train service is suspended in both directions between Bushwick Av-Aberdeen St and Lorimer Street. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24898

2023-06-15T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Gun Salute -6/16- Pier 86 (MN)

Notification issued 06-15-2023 at 3:00 PM. A 19 gun salute will take place between 12:00 PM and 12:30 PM on 6/16 in the area of Pier 86 in Manhattan.

24897

2023-06-15T08:15:00.000

Utility

Con Ed Power Outage - Gunhill Loop (BX)

Notification issued 06-15-2023 at 8:15 AM. Con Edison is responding to a power outage in the Gunhill Loop section of The Bronx, including ZIP code 10469. 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.