NYCEM Emergency Notifications

24642

2023-05-01T06:29:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - The Bronx

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 6:29 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: The Bronx When: until 9 AM on 5/1 Hazards: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low lying spots. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24641

2023-05-01T04:36:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - The Bronx

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 4:36 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Warning Where: The Bronx When: Until 7:00 AM on 5/1 Hazards: Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in the Bronx River. Additional rainfall may help extend the duration of flooding along the Bronx River overnight. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. - Move to higher ground. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24640

2023-05-01T03:16:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Queensboro Bridge

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 3:16 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the lower level of the Queensboro Bridge have reopened in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24639

2023-05-01T03:11:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Bronx River Parkway

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 3:11 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Bronx River Parkway have reopened at East 233rd Street in The Bronx. Expect residual delays.

24638

2023-05-01T02:15:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - A Train

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 2:15 AM. Following a prior service disruption, A train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24637

2023-05-01T01:40:00.000

Weather

Flood Warning - The Bronx

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 1:40 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Warning Where: The Bronx When: Until 5:00 AM on 5/1 Hazards: Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in the Bronx River. Additional rainfall may help extend the duration of flooding along the Bronx River overnight. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. - Move to higher ground. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24636

2023-05-01T00:28:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Cross Island Parkway (QN)

Notification issued 05-01-2023 at 12:28 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Cross Island Parkway have reopened at Northern Boulevard in Queens. Expect residual delays.

24635

2023-04-30T23:28:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - A Train (MN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 11:28 PM. Due to flooding, A train service is suspended in both directions between 168th Street and Dyckman Street. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24634

2023-04-30T23:16:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - 7 Train (MN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 11:16 PM. Following a prior service disruption, 7 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24654

2023-04-30T23:15:00.000

Weather

Flood Warning - The Bronx

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 11:15 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Warning Where: The Bronx When: Until 2:00 AM on 5/1 Hazards: 1 to 2 inches inches of rain expected. Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in the Bronx River. Additional rainfall may help extend the duration of flooding along the Bronx River overnight. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. - Move to higher ground. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24633

2023-04-30T23:12:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Queensboro Bridge

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 11:12 PM. Due to an over height truck, all eastbound lanes of the Queensboro Bridge lower level are closed at the south outer roadway in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2gnTjHH.

24632

2023-04-30T22:34:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - NYC

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 10:34 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: NYC When: 10:27 PM on 4/30 until 12:30 AM on 5/1 Hazards: one half to 1 inch of rain expected. Heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low lying spots. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24631

2023-04-30T22:18:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 7 Train (MN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 10:18 PM. Due to a switch malfunction, 7 train service is suspended in both directions between 34 Street Hudson Yards and Times Square 42nd Street. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24630

2023-04-30T21:36:00.000

Emergency Activity

Basement Preparedness - Citywide

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 9:40 PM. The NYC Emergency Management Department advises New Yorkers to prepare for periods of heavy rain through midnight tonight. New Yorkers living in basement apartments are reminded to be prepared to move to higher ground if necessary. Heavy rain may cause rapid flooding to basements with little to no notice and can be life threatening. Heavy rain may create dangerous travel conditions: - Limit travel and stay inside during periods of severe weather. - If you must travel, exercise caution. Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. - If you are outside during a thunderstorm, avoid open areas and try to seek shelter indoors. - Clear leaves & debris from catch basins near your home. Be sure to wear gloves & watch for traffic. Report clogged catch basins: call 311 or visit https://on.nyc.gov/38t3h4r For more information, please visit https://on.nyc.gov/2WY

24629

2023-04-30T21:20:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - BK,MN,QN,BX

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 9:20 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: Brooklyn, Manhattan, The Bronx, Queens When: Until 10:30 PM on 4/30 Hazards: Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Additional heavy rainfall is possible in the next few hours and a flash flood warning may be needed. Heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low lying spots. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24653

2023-04-30T21:14:00.000

Weather

Flood Warning - The Bronx

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 9:14 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Warning Where: The Bronx When: Until 12:00 AM on 5/1 Hazards: 1 to 2 inches of rain expected. Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected in the Bronx River. Additional rainfall may help extend the duration of flooding along the Bronx River overnight. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. - Move to higher ground. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24628

2023-04-30T20:42:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - BQE (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 8:42 PM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway have reopened at Queens Boulevard in Queens. Expect residual delays.

24627

2023-04-30T20:35:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - LIE (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 8:35 PM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Long Island Expressway have reopened at Utopia Parkway in Queens. Expect residual delays.

24626

2023-04-30T20:15:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - BX River Pkwy

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 8:15 PM. Due to flooding, all northbound lanes of the Bronx River Parkway are closed at East 233rd Street in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24619

2023-04-30T20:00:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - Citywide

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 8:00 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Update Where: NYC When: Until 9:00 PM on 4/30 Hazards: Additional rainfall over the next hour will be light, but heavier rain is expected later this evening. A flash flood warning may be issued later this evening. Heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low-lying spots. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. -  New Yorkers are advised to limit travel and stay inside during periods of severe weather. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24624

2023-04-30T19:15:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - BQE (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 7:15 PM. Due to flooding, all lanes of the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway are closed in both directions at Queens Boulevard in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24623

2023-04-30T19:04:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Van Wyck Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 7:04 PM. Due to flooding, expect extensive traffic delays in both directions on the Van Wyck Expressway at Jewel Avenue in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24622

2023-04-30T18:45:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - L Train (BK)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 6:45 PM. Following a prior service disruption, L Train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24620

2023-04-30T18:40:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Cross Island Pkwy (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 6:40 PM. Due to flooding, all northbound lanes of the Cross Island Parkway are closed at Totten Road in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24621

2023-04-30T18:23:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Long Island Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 6:23 PM. Due to areal flooding, all lanes of the Long Island Expressway are closed in both directions at Utopia Parkway in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24618

2023-04-30T17:43:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - L Train (BK)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 5:43 PM. Due to areal flooding, L train service is suspended in both directions between Halsey St and Broadway Junction. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

24617

2023-04-30T17:20:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - NYC

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 5:20 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: NYC When: Until 6:30 PM on 4/30 Hazards: Additional 0.5 - 1 inches of rain expected. Heavy rainfall will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low lying spots. Preparedness Actions: - Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.

24616

2023-04-30T16:52:00.000

Utility

Con Edison Power Outage - Bayside (QN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 4:52 PM. Con Edison is responding to a power outage in the Bayside section of Queens, including ZIP code(s) 11360, 11361. 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.

24615

2023-04-30T11:15:00.000

Emergency Activity

FDNY Activity - Empire Boulevard (BK)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 11:15 AM. Due to FDNY activity, expect a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Empire Boulevard and Brooklyn Avenue in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24614

2023-04-30T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 4/30 (CW)

The following Waterbody Advisories are reported as of 04-30-2023 at 7:02 AM. Alley Creek 05/03/2023 01:00 PM Arthur Kill, Upper 05/01/2023 11:00 PM Bowery Bay 05/01/2023 11:00 PM Bronx River, Lower 05/04/2023 02:00 AM Coney Island Creek 05/02/2023 11:00 AM East River (near Steinway Creek) 05/01/2023 03:00 AM East River (RFK to Whitestone) 04/30/2023 08:00 PM East River, Lower 04/30/2023 07:00 AM Eastchester Bay 05/02/2023 06:00 AM Flushing Bay 05/01/2023 04:00 PM Flushing Creek 05/03/2023 04:00 PM Fresh Creek 05/01/2023 03:00 PM Fresh Kills, Lower 05/01/2023 11:00 PM Fresh Kills, Upper 05/01/2023 11:00 PM Gowanus Canal, Inner 05/01/2023 11:00 AM Gowanus Canal, Outer 05/02/2023 10:00 AM Harlem River 05/01/2023 08:00 PM Hendrix Creek 05/01/2023 03:00 PM Hudson River (Manhattan) 04/30/2023 12:00 PM Hutchinson River, Lower 05/04/2023 04:00 AM Kill Van Kull 04/30/2023 02:00 PM Newark Bay 05/01/2023 09:00 AM Newtown Creek, Lower 05/03/2023 05:00 PM

24613

2023-04-30T00:30:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - FDR Drive (MN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 12:30 AM.  Following a prior closure, all lanes of the FDR Drive have reopened at 28th Street in Manhattan. Expect residual delays.

24612

2023-04-30T00:05:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - FDR Drive (MN)

Notification issued 04-30-2023 at 12:05 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, all northbound lanes of the FDR Drive are closed at 28th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24611

2023-04-29T20:08:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - FDR Drive at 60th Street (MN)

Notification issued 04-29-2023 at 8:08 PM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the FDR Drive have reopened at 60th Street in Manhattan. Expect residual delays.

24610

2023-04-29T17:14:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - FDR Drive at 60th Street (MN)

Notification issued 04-29-2023 at 5:14 PM. Due to a vehicle fire, all northbound lanes of the FDR Drive are closed at 60th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24609

2023-04-29T15:41:00.000

Weather

Coastal Flood Statement - Queens South (QN)

Notification issued 04-29-2023 at 3:41 PM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Coastal Flood Statement Where: Queens South When: 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on 4/30 Hazards: 1.5ft of inundation 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/.

24597

2023-04-29T15:00:00.000

Transportation

Greek Independence Day Parade - 4/30 (MN)

Notification issued 04-29-2022 at 3:00 PM. Due to the Greek Independence Day Parade, expect large crowds and traffic delays in the area of 5th Avenue from East 64th Street to East 82nd Street in Manhattan tomorrow, 4/30, at 1:30 PM. Motorists should consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24593

2023-04-29T12:00:00.000

Planned Events

FDNY/Nassau County Full-Scale Exercise  4/30 (QN)

Notification issued 04-29-2023 at 12:00 PM. On Sunday, April 30th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, the FDNY will conduct a full-scale exercise in conjunction with the Nassau County Fire Commission and the Nassau County Office of the Fire Marshal. The exercise will begin in Nassau County, Long Island and continue into the Bayside, Glen Oaks, Oakland Gardens, Laurelton, Fresh Meadows, and South Ozone Park neighborhoods in Queens. Expect possible traffic delays and the presence of emergency personnel and vehicles during the exercise.

24607

2023-04-29T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 4/29

The following waterbodies are under advisory until the expiration time shown: Alley Creek 04/30/2023 08:00 PM Arthur Kill, Upper 04/29/2023 11:00 PM Bergen Basin 04/29/2023 07:00 AM Bowery Bay 04/30/2023 07:00 AM Bronx River, Lower 05/01/2023 07:00 PM Coney Island Creek 05/01/2023 05:00 AM East River (near Steinway Creek) 04/29/2023 03:00 PM East River (RFK to Whitestone) 04/29/2023 12:00 PM East River, Lower 04/29/2023 08:00 AM Eastchester Bay 04/29/2023 09:00 AM Erie Basin 04/29/2023 08:00 AM Flushing Bay 04/29/2023 09:00 PM For more info: Call 311 or visit http://bit.ly/3KFvQQJ Multilingual & ASL Link: http://on.nyc.gov/1OGVGMl

24606

2023-04-28T16:43:00.000

Local Mass Transit

Modified Ferry Schedule - SI Ferry (CW)

24605

2023-04-28T16:17:00.000

Emergency Activity

New Groups - Update Message (CW)

Notify NYC Subscribers: After issuing our program update on Wednesday, we received feedback from many of you that you are having trouble signing up for the new Police Advisory and Basement Alert notification types. We thank you for reaching out to let us know and will incorporate your feedback on the flow of our website in future enhancements. In the meantime, please try the following more specific instructions to edit your settings: - Go to NYC.gov/notifynyc - Select Login in the top-right corner - Enter your login information or use one of the sign in options (Gmail, LinkedIn, etc.) - On the right-hand side menu, select Notification Addresses to see your current enrolled addresses - Select the pencil icon next to the address you would like to add notification to - At the bottom of the page, select the new notification types you would like to receive for that address - Select Submit - Repeat for any other addresses you would like to edit If you are still having trouble editing your accou

24596

2023-04-28T15:00:00.000

Transportation

Sikh Day Parade - 4/29 (MN)

Notification issued 04-28-2023 at 3:00 PM In support of the Sikh Day Parade, Madison Avenue between East 24th Street and East 37th Street will be closed at 11 AM on Saturday, 4/29. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24608

2023-04-28T09:10:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - HLC Tunnel

Notification issued 04-28-2023 at 9:10 AM. Due to a broken down vehicle, expect extensive Manhattan-bound traffic delays in the Hugh L. Carey Tunnel. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24604

2023-04-28T07:25:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - BQE

Notification issued 04-28-2023 at 7:25 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway have reopened at Sands Street in Brooklyn. Expect residual delays.

24603

2023-04-28T07:08:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - BQE

Notification issued 04-28-2023 at 7:08 AM. Due to a vehicle fire, all eastbound lanes of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway are closed at Sands Street in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24602

2023-04-27T21:00:00.000

Emergency Activity

Protest Activity - Brooklyn Bridge (BK/MN)

Notification issued 04-27-2023 at 9:00 PM. Due to protest activity, expect intermittent road closures, traffic delays and a heavy presence of emergency personnel near the Brooklyn Bridge. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24601

2023-04-27T18:08:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Long Island Expressway at Maurice Ave (QN)

Notification issued 04-27-2023 at 6:10 PM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive westbound traffic delays on the Long Island Expressway at Maurice Ave in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24600

2023-04-27T10:48:00.000

Missing Person

Missing Vulnerable Adult - Arthur Wilson M/B/63

Alert issued 04-27-2023 at 10:48 AM. A Missing Vulnerable Adult Alert has been issued for Arthur Wilson, a 63-year-old black male from Uniondale, NY. The missing has dementia and may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'4' tall, 200 lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing a black sweatshirt, blue and black sweatpants, and white sneakers. He walks with a limp and is believed to be on foot. Last Seen: Jerusalem Avenue in Uniondale, NY at approximately 11:55 PM on 04-26-2023. If you see the missing person, please call Nassau County Police Department at (516) 573-7347 or call 9-1-1. A photo of the missing is available here: https://flic.kr/p/2owc54M

24599

2023-04-27T09:58:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - VZ Bridge

Notification issued 04-27-2023 at 9:58 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive Brooklyn-bound traffic delays on the Verrazzano Bridge. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

24595

2023-04-27T04:15:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Restoration - J Train (MN)

Notification issued 04-27-2023 at 4:15 AM. Following a prior service disruption, J train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

24594

2023-04-27T03:15:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - J Train (MN)

Notification issued 04-27-2023 at 3:15 AM. Due to rail replacements, J train service is suspended in both directions between Chambers Street and Broad Street. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.