NYCEM Emergency Notifications

31300

2025-09-06T14:49:00.000

Weather

Severe Thunderstorm Warning - Manhattan, Queens, The Bronx

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Severe Thunderstorm Warning Where: Manhattan, Queens, The Bronx When: Until 3:30 PM on 9/6 Hazards: 60 MPH winds and quarter-sized hail expected. Strong winds can cause flying debris, turn unsecured objects into projectiles, and cause power outages. Preparedness Actions: Exercise caution when walking, biking, or driving. Before an outage - Charge cell phones - Gather supplies - Turn refrigerators/freezers to a colder setting During an Outage -Stay clear of downed power lines -Turn off all appliances -Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage -Do not use generators indoors -If you have a disability/access needs, or use life sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx.

31299

2025-09-06T14:36:00.000

Weather

Twitter Only Message - Special Weather Statement

31297

2025-09-06T13:46:00.000

Weather

Severe Thunderstorm Watch - 9/6 - NYC

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Severe Thunderstorm Watch Where: NYC When: Today, 9/6 until 8 PM Hazards: Severe thunderstorms may bring strong winds, heavy rain, and hail. Strong winds can cause flying debris, turn unsecured objects into projectiles, and cause power outages. Preparedness Actions: Exercise caution when walking, biking, or driving. Remain alert for threatening weather and possible warnings. Before an outage - Charge cell phones - Gather supplies - Turn refrigerators/freezers to a colder setting During an Outage -Stay clear of downed power lines -Turn off all appliances -Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage -Do not use generators indoors -If you have a disability/access needs or use life sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx. Multilingual & ASL Link:http://on.nyc.gov/2rQxgQi

31296

2025-09-05T18:25:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Disruption - 2 & 5 Trains (BX)

Due to a signal issue, expect delays & service changes on 2 trains between Gun Hill Road & Wakefield-241 Street, and on 5 trains between East 180 Street & Nereid Avenue in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time. For more information, please visit www.mta.info.

31295

2025-09-05T16:18:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Long Island Expressway (QN)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Long Island Expressway have reopened at the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2shvDYi.

31294

2025-09-05T15:48:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Long Island Expressway (QN)

Due to a vehicle collision, all eastbound lanes of the Long Island Expressway are closed approaching the Brooklyn Queens Expressway in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

31282

2025-09-05T15:00:00.000

Utility

Planned Natural Gas Work - 9/6 - 196th Street (QN)

National Grid is scheduled to conduct planned natural gas work on 9/6, which may result in an odor of natural gas near 196th Street between 116th Avenue & 118th Avenue, 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.

31293

2025-09-05T12:43:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closure - John Jay Diving Pool, Howard Wading Pool, Kosciuszko Wading Pool

31292

2025-09-05T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 9/5 - 9/7 (CW)

The following Waterbody Advisories are reported as of 09-05-2025 at 7:02 AM. Alley Creek - 9/5 at 7:00 PM Arthur Kill, Upper- 9/5 at 1:00 PM Bowery Bay - 9/5 at10:00 AM Bronx River, Lower - 9/7 at 12:00 AM Coney Island Creek - 9/6 at 11:00 AM Flushing Bay- 9/5 at 8:00 AM Flushing Creek - 9/6 at 6:00 AM Fresh Creek - 9/5 at 7:00 AM Fresh Kills, Lower- 9/5 at 10:00 AM Fresh Kills, Upper- 9/5 at 10:00 AM Gowanus Canal, Inner- 9/5 at 6:00 PM A Waterbody Advisory has been issued. For more info on affected waterbodies, call 311 or go to http://bit.ly/3KFvQQJ. Multilingual & ASL Link:http://on.nyc.gov/1OGVGMl.

31291

2025-09-05T08:00:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 9/5 - 9/7 (CW)

The following Waterbody Advisories are reported as of 09-05-2025 at 7:02 AM. Gowanus Canal, Outer - 9/5 at 3:00 PM Harlem River- 9/5 at 8:00 AM Hendrix Creek - 9/5 at 7:00 AM Hutchinson River, Lower - 9/5 at 8:00 PM Newtown Creek, Lower - 9/6 at 10:00 AM Newtown Creek, Upper - 9/6 at 10:00 AM Paerdegat Basin - 9/5 at 3:00 PM Spring Creek- 9/5 at 12:00 PM Westchester Creek - 9/5 at 3:00 PM A Waterbody Advisory has been issued. For more information on affected waterbodies, call 311 or visit: http://bit.ly/3KFvQQJ. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/1OGVGMl.

31290

2025-09-05T05:00:00.000

Weather

Risk of Rip Currents - 7/12 (BK/QN)

Notification issued 09-05-2025 at 03:54 AM. Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone today, 9/5 from 8:00 AM to 9:00 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

31289

2025-09-05T02:00:00.000

Utility

Power Outage - Bulls Head Section (SI)

Notification issued 09-05-2025 at 01:13 AM. Con Edison is responding to a power outage in the Bulls Head section of Staten Island , including ZIP code(s) 10314. 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.

31287

2025-09-04T14:59:00.000

School Notification

School Shelter In- PS 218 (BK)

31286

2025-09-04T14:00:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closure - Haffen Wading Pool

The following NYC Parks pool is temporarily closed: Haffen Wading Pool. For continued updates on this closure, or to find a different pool near you, visit: nyc.gov/parks/outdoor-pools or call 311 (212-639-9675).

31280

2025-09-04T12:00:00.000

Planned Events

Planned Flyover - 9/4  Hudson River (MN)

In support of a research flight, a National Center for Atmospheric Research C17 aircraft will be conducting a flyover near the Hudson River at 4:00 PM & 4:30 PM 9/4. The aircraft will fly at approximately 3,000 feet.

31284

2025-09-04T11:23:00.000

Emergency Activity

Three Alarm Fire - Taylor St (SI)

Emergency personnel are on the scene of what is now a three-alarm fire located at Taylor Street and Degroot Place in Staten Island. 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. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/1kdbhe2.

31281

2025-09-04T07:38:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Long Island Expressway (QN)

Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive eastbound traffic delays on the Long Island Expressway approaching Maurice Ave in Queens. 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/2hjFYBK.

31279

2025-09-03T20:00:00.000

Utility

Planned Natural Gas Work - 9/4 - 4th Avenue (BK)

National Grid is scheduled to conduct planned natural gas work on 9/4, which may result in an odor of natural gas near 4th Avenue between 33rd Street & 36th 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.

31278

2025-09-03T19:02:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - RFK Bridge (BX/MN/QN)

Notification issued 09-03-2025 at 07:00 PM. Due to an overturned vehicle, expect extensive traffic delays in both directions on the RFK Bridge. 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/2hjFYBK.

31258

2025-09-03T14:22:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closures - John Jay Diving Pool, Fort Totten Diving Pool, Fort Totten Wading Pool, Douglass and DeGraw Pool

The following NYC Parks pools are temporarily closed: John Jay Diving Pool, Fort Totten Diving Pool, Fort Totten Wading Pool, Douglass and DeGraw Pool. For continued updates on this closure, or to find a different pool near you, visit: nyc.gov/parks/outdoor-pools or call 311 (212-639-9675).

31277

2025-09-03T12:39:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - 3 Train (MN)

Following a prior service disruption, 3 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2qxH91g.

30034

2025-09-03T12:20:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 3 Train (MN)

Due to a person struck by a train, 3 train service is suspended between 148th Street and 96th Street in Manhattan. 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.

31264

2025-09-02T16:00:00.000

Public Health

Mosquito Ground Adulticiding - 9/4 (BK)

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 9/4 and 6:00 AM on 9/5. Application will be conducted in parts of the following Brooklyn ZIP codes: 11203, 11204, 11215, 11217, 11218, 11219, 11220, 11225, 11226, 11232 & 11238. In the case of inclement weather, the alternate start times for these events are between 8:30 PM on 9/8 and 6:00 AM on 9/9. For a map of specific locations, visit: https://flic.kr/p/2rqb6xA. For more information, please visit https://on.nyc.gov/3aHuKQ7 call 311.

31276

2025-09-01T19:02:00.000

Emergency Activity

Police Activity - Eastern Pkwy & Washington Ave (BK)

Due to police activity, expect traffic delays, road closures, mass transit disruptions a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Eastern Parkway and Washington Avenue in Brooklyn. Use alternate routes to avoid the area and allow for additional travel time.

31275

2025-09-01T01:39:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - RFK Bridge (MN/BX)

Following a prior closure, all westbound lanes of the Robert F Kennedy Bridge have reopened. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2shvDYi.

31274

2025-09-01T00:12:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - RFK Bridge (MN/BX)

Due to a vehicle collision, all westbound lanes of the Robert F Kennedy Bridge are closed. 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.

31263

2025-08-31T15:00:00.000

Public Health

Mosquito Ground Adulticiding - 9/2 (QN)

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 9/2 and 6:00 AM on 9/3. Application will be conducted in parts of the following Queens ZIP codes: 11101, 11104, 11374, 11375, 11377, 11378, 11379, 11385, 11415, 11418 & 11421. In the case of inclement weather, the alternate start times for these events are between 8:30 PM on 9/3 and 6:00 AM on 9/4. For a map of specific locations, visit: http://on.nyc.gov/1mwJI15. For more information, please visit https://on.nyc.gov/3aHuKQ7 call 311.

31266

2025-08-30T14:42:00.000

Emergency Activity

Police Activity - Rockaway Parkway (BK)

Notification issued 08-30-2025 at 02:42 PM. Due to police activity, expect traffic delays, road closures, and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Rockaway Parkway and Avenue N in Brooklyn. Use alternate routes to avoid the area and allow for additional travel time.

31273

2025-08-30T07:50:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Queensboro Bridge (MN/QN)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Queensboro Bridge have reopened. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2shvDYi.

31272

2025-08-29T19:45:00.000

Missing Person

Notify NYC - Missing Child Alert - Joel Villatoro-Villeda (CW)

A Missing Child Alert has been issued for Joel Villatoro-Villeda, a 14-year-old white male from Hempstead, New York. The child has and may be in imminent danger. Child Description: 5'10' tall, 145lbs, with brown eyes. Last seen wearing eyeglasses, a black shirt, blue pants, gray slippers, and carrying a gray camouflage-patterned backpack. Last Seen: Bell Street in Hempstead, NY at approximately 2:30 PM on 08-29-2025. 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/2rqgVSZ

31271

2025-08-29T13:15:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Gowanus Expressway (BK)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Gowanus Expressway have reopened at Prospect Expressway in Brooklyn. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2shvDYi.

31270

2025-08-29T12:40:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - L Train (BK)

Following a prior service disruption, L Train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2qxH91g.

31269

2025-08-29T10:55:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - L Train (BK)

Due to a person struck by a train, L train service is suspended between Myrtle-Wyckoff Avs and Bedford Av 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.

31268

2025-08-29T10:42:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Gowanus Expressway (BK)

Due to a vehicle fire, all westbound lanes of the Gowanus Expressway are closed approaching Prospect Expressway in Brooklyn. 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.

31265

2025-08-29T10:00:00.000

Emergency Activity

Lithium Battery Awareness

New Yorkers should be reminded that lithium-ion batteries pose serious fire risks when tampered with and handled in an unsafe manner. In recent weeks the FDNY has responded to numerous fires across the city that originated from the improper handling of these batteries. Do not attempt to build, tamper with, or repair lithium-ion batteries. Only purchase them from verified sources and use certified repair shops if needed. Lithium-ion battery fires are intense and fast moving, leaving occupants with only minutes to escape. Never leave a battery unattended while charging. The safest place to store them is outside. Protect yourself and your neighbors by participating in safe practices with these batteries. If you see anyone handling lithium-ion batteries in an unsafe manner, contact the FDNY immediately by calling 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675).

31267

2025-08-29T10:00:00.000

Emergency Activity

Lithium Battery Awareness

New Yorkers should be reminded that lithium-ion batteries pose serious fire risks when tampered with and handled in an unsafe manner. In recent weeks the FDNY has responded to numerous fires across the city that originated from the improper handling of these batteries. Do not attempt to build, tamper with, or repair lithium-ion batteries. Only purchase them from verified sources and use certified repair shops if needed. Lithium-ion battery fires are intense and fast moving, leaving occupants with only minutes to escape. Never leave a battery unattended while charging. The safest place to store them is outside. Protect yourself and your neighbors by participating in safe practices with these batteries. If you see anyone handling lithium-ion batteries in an unsafe manner, contact the FDNY immediately by calling 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675).

31262

2025-08-28T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Fireworks Display - 8/29 - Coney Island Beach (BK)

Notification issued 08-28-2025 at 3:00 PM.  There will be a fireworks display near Coney Island Beach in Brooklyn tomorrow, 8/29, at approximately 9 PM to 9:30 PM.

30317

2025-08-28T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Fireworks Display - 8/29 - Coney Island Beach (BK)

Notification issued 08-28-2025 at 3:00 PM.  There will be a fireworks display near Coney Island Beach in Brooklyn tomorrow, 8/29, at approximately 9 PM to 9:30 PM.

31261

2025-08-28T10:49:00.000

Emergency Activity

Protest Activity - Lafayette Street (MN)

Due to protest activity, expect intermittent road closures, traffic delays and a heavy presence of emergency personnel northbound on Lafayette Street towards Wall Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

31260

2025-08-28T07:00:00.000

Missing Person

Silver Alert - Lydia Joseph (F/B/82)

A Silver Alert has been issued for Lydia Joseph, a 82-year-old black female from the area of York Street and Gold Street in Brooklyn. The missing may be in need of medical attention. Description: 5'11' tall, 160lbs, with gray hair and brown eyes. Wearing blue jeans, blue sneakers, green jacket, white hat and carrying a red bag. Last Seen: York Street and Gold Street in Brooklyn at approximately 11:00 AM on 08-27-2025. 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/2rq5uwT

31259

2025-08-27T21:13:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Belt Parkway (BK)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Belt Parkway have reopened at Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. Expect residual delays.

31257

2025-08-27T20:37:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Belt Parkway (BK)

Due to a vehicle collision, all eastbound lanes of the Belt Parkway are closed approaching Rockaway Parkway in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

31256

2025-08-27T15:02:00.000

School Notification

School Lockdown - JHS 172, PS 129

31255

2025-08-27T12:08:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - BQE (BK)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway have reopened at Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. Expect residual delays. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/2shvDYi.

31254

2025-08-27T11:34:00.000

Emergency Activity

FDNY Activity - 48th St & 10th Ave (BK)

Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of 48th Street and 10th Avenue in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

31253

2025-08-27T09:17:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - BQE (BK)

Due to a vehicle collision, all westbound lanes of the Brooklyn Queens Expressway are closed at Atlantic Ave in Brooklyn. 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.

31252

2025-08-27T09:00:00.000

School Notification

School Lockdown - William H Taft Educational Campus

31251

2025-08-26T22:57:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Cross Island Parkway (QN)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Cross Island Parkway have reopened at Northern Boulevard in Queens. Expect residual delays.

31250

2025-08-26T22:34:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Cross Island Parkway (QN)

Due to an overturned vehicle, all southbound lanes of Cross Island Parkway are closed at Northern Boulevard in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

31249

2025-08-26T20:45:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

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

Following a prior service disruption, B train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.