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By Christian Abbatecola October 02, 2015
More models show Hurricane Joaquin moving out to sea, but flooding is still possible on Long Island.
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
With Hurricane Joaquin strengthening in the Atlantic Ocean and possibly heading our way, it is time to start developing a Family & Pet Emergency Plan.
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano joins Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) President and Chief Executive Officer Victor F. Politi, MD, FACP, in announcing the hospital is in full preparation for a possible hurricane heading ...
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
Acting Nassau County District Attorney Madeline Singas warned Long Islanders to be wary of unscrupulous businesses looking to take advantage of customers before, during and after a potential storm like Hurricane Joaquin, and issued tips ...
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
With the heavy rainfall the area continues to experience over the last several days National Grid is closely monitoring our natural gas system.
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
With rain and winds expected Thursday into Friday and Hurricane Joaquin heading to the Northeast, PSEG Long Island is completing its pre-storm preparation and preparing for possible outages.
By Christian Abbatecola October 01, 2015
Strong winds and rain could bring flooding to Long Island even before Hurricane Joaquin potentially hits.
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
State Emergency Operations Center in Albany activated to monitor and coordinate emergency response efforts through this weekend Personnel deployed from State DEC and New York National Guard to clear debris and other barriers in roads ...
By Long Island News & PR October 01, 2015
According to AccuWeather Hurricane Joaquin is forecast to continue to gather strength before it begins its northward run along the East coast. Help your animal stay safe! Your pet counts on you. Have a plan ...
By Long Island News & PR September 30, 2015
New York State Senator Kenneth LaValle offers hurricane preparedness information for download.
By Long Island News & PR September 30, 2015
PSEG Long Island is closely monitoring the rain expected Thursday into Friday and the potential weather associated with Hurricane Joaquin.
By Long Island News & PR September 30, 2015
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today urged residents to begin preparing their homes and families for heavy rains and potential flooding and the possible arrival of Hurricane Joaquin later this week.
By Lyndsay McCabe September 30, 2015
Make the most out of October by scheduling your month full of Fall Festivals and Halloween fun!
By Long Island News & PR September 30, 2015
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) today urged motorists to be alert for moose, deer, and other wildlife on the roads.
By Long Island News & PR September 30, 2015
With Tropical Storm Joaquin strengthening in the Atlantic Ocean and Hurricane Season at its peak, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano urges residents to update or develop their Family Emergency Plan, Emergency Go-Kit and Family ...
By Long Island News & PR September 29, 2015
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Acting Commissioner Marc Gerstman today offered reminders about various hunting opportunities that are currently underway or coming soon.
By Long Island News & PR September 24, 2015
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) today announced the launch of its latest video and resources for youth aimed at household pet and horse evacuation preparedness for a wildfire.
By Long Island News & PR September 24, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced the installation of the “Cool Globes” exhibit in Battery Park City, which will run through November 20. The announcement is in recognition of Climate Week, which Governor Cuomo proclaimed from September 22-29.
By Long Island News & PR September 23, 2015
Governor Cuomo announced the I LOVE NEW YORK fall foliage report is available for the 2015 season.
By Andrew Cohen September 20, 2015
On September 27, 2015 there will be a total eclipse of the Blood Moon and will be the closet supermoon we will see this year.