A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Massachusetts, New York and Vermont until 3 PM EDT
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Severe weather is impacting much of the state today, with several areas under Watches or Warnings. When severe weather hits, know the difference between a Watch vs. Warning. For a complete list of active alerts currently in effect for New York: nyswrcc.org/nws-alerts
- New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation repostedIt’s going to be dangerously hot and humid today. Stay safe by following these heat safety tips: 🥤 When working in the heat, drink 24-32 oz of water an hour 🌳 Limit your outdoor activities 🧢 Wear light clothing & sunscreen 🐕 Keep children & pets inside, if possible.
DEC and @HealthNYGov have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, June 12th, for Long Island. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/
- New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation repostedRain and thunderstorms are developing across southwestern NY and are quickly moving eastward into central NY. 🌧️ Widespread rain totals near 0.50” are expected 🌬️ Damaging wind gusts may surpass 50 mph 🧊 Hail & flash flooding are possible 📱 Monitor your local forecast
- DEC and @HealthNYGov have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, June 11th, for Long Island and New York City Metro. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/
- New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation repostedToday will be hot & humid, with temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s. Heat Advisories are in effect for portions of Western NY, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, Mid-Hudson, Capital Region, Long Island & NYC. Stay cool, hydrated, and safe in this heat: dhses.ny.gov/extreme-heat.
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We are prepared and ready to keep New Yorkers safe during this historic summer, and it is important for everyone to do their part. Extreme heat can be deadly, so make a plan now before temperatures rise. - New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation repostedHumidity increases today, with “feels-like” temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s. Stay cool and hydrated. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected today. Hail, damaging winds & flash flooding are possible. Monitor your local forecast & sign up for emergency alerts.
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Be prepared from Wednesday through the weekend for temperatures that could be dangerous. Check for locations of cooling centers and find other information to plan ahead: bit.ly/43mMn4b
- New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation repostedScattered heavy downpours are expected across western and central NY this afternoon/evening. 0.25–1.00” likely, with localized totals up to 2.50” possible. Locally high rain rates may cause flash flooding. Never walk, swim or drive through flood waters. Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
- New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation repostedA little preparation can make a big difference when temperature rise this summer. ☀️
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