NYCEM Emergency Notifications

30908

2025-07-16T09:45:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Long Island Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 07-16-2025 at 09:45 AM. Due to a vehicle collision, expect extensive westbound traffic delays on the Long Island Expressway at 69th Street in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30907

2025-07-16T09:18:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Harlem River Drive (MN)

Due to a vehicle collision, all northbound lanes of the Harlem River Drive are closed at W 155th St 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.

30906

2025-07-16T09:00:00.000

School Notification

School Lockdown - PS/MS 89/ Christopher Columbus High school

30905

2025-07-16T05:17:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Long Island Expressway at Van Wyck Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 7/16/2025 at 5:17 AM. Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Long Island Expressway have reopened at the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. Expect residual delays.

30904

2025-07-16T04:37:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Long Island Expressway at Van Wyck Expressway (QN)

Notification issued 7/16/2025 at 4:37 AM. Due to an overturned vehicle, all eastbound lanes of the Long Island Expressway are closed at the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30903

2025-07-15T19:27:00.000

Emergency Activity

Police Activity - West 50 St & Broadway (MN)

Due to police activity, expect traffic delays, road closures, mass transit disruptions a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of West 50th Street and Broadway in Manhattan. Use alternate routes to avoid the area and allow for additional travel time.

30897

2025-07-15T15:00:00.000

Planned Events

Planned Flyover - Hudson River (7/16)

A flight of 4 military F-18 aircraft will be conducting a flyover the Hudson River at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, July 16th. The aircraft will fly at approximately 2,500 Feet. To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/1kdjT4y.

30876

2025-07-15T15:00:00.000

Public Health

Mosquito Ground Adulticiding - 7/17 to 7/18 (SI)

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 7/17 and 6:00 AM on 7/18. Application will be conducted in parts of the following Staten Island ZIP codes: 10312, 10308, 10306. In the case of inclement weather, the alternate start times for these events are between 8:30 PM on 7/21 and 6:00 AM on 7/22. For a map of specific locations, visit: https://flic.kr/p/2rgEUc4. For more information, please visit https://on.nyc.gov/3aHuKQ7 call 311.

30902

2025-07-15T14:41:00.000

Public Health

Air Quality Health Advisory (AQI 101-150) - 7/16 (CW)

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New York City tomorrow, 7/16. Tomorrow's Air Quality Index (AQI) is forecast to reach Level Orange (AQI between 101-150) - Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and may be unhealthy for those sensitive to air pollution (older adults over 65 or children younger than 14, pregnant individuals, outdoor workers, and those with medical conditions such as heart or lung disease or respiratory issues such as asthma). The risk of air quality-related health impacts from outdoor activities remains low for healthy people. Recommended Actions: Sensitive Groups: Reduce strenuous outdoor activities. Take extra breaks when outdoors. Monitor for symptoms related to air quality, such as coughing or shortness of breath. Sensitive individuals should follow management plans for health conditions. If you have asthma or a chronic lung condition, keep your quick-relief medicine on-hand. For the latest AQI in your area, visit w

30901

2025-07-15T14:23:00.000

Weather

Heat Advisory - 7/16 & 7/17 (CW)

The National Weather Service has issued the following:? What: Heat Advisory? Where: NYC? When: 11:00 AM on 7/16 to 10:00 PM on 7/17? Hazards: Heat index values up to up to 103. These conditions are dangerous to health. People without air conditioning, older adults, people with chronic health conditions, and people who work outside are most at risk. Preparedness Actions: - Spend time in a cool place. If you don't have air conditioning, find a cool place to visit nearby, like a friends place, a library, or a NYC cooling center. Visit https://finder.nyc.gov/coolingcenters/ for NYC Cool Options - Avoid strenuous activity For more information/safety tips, visit www.NYC.gov/beattheheat. For weather information, visit www.weather.gov/okx.

30898

2025-07-15T14:00:00.000

Weather

Cooling Centers Open - 7/16 & 7/17 (CW)

Due to expected high temperatures and heat indices, NYC cooling centers will be open tomorrow, Wednesday 7/16 and Thursday 7/17. Cooling centers are air-conditioned facilities such as libraries, community centers, or senior centers, that are open to the public during heat emergencies. To find your nearest cooling center, call 311 or visit https://maps.nyc.gov/cooling-center/. For more information, visit: nyc.gov/beattheheat

30896

2025-07-15T08:06:00.000

Public Health

Waterbody Advisory - 7/15

The following Waterbody Advisories are reported as of 07-15-2025 at 7:02 AM. Waterbody Advisory Triggering Rainfall Event Waterbody Advisory End Date/Time Rain Gauge Event Start Time Event Duration (hr) Total Rainfall (in) Peak Intensity (in/hr) Alley Creek 07/16/2025 03:00 AM TI 07/14/2025 08:00 PM 4 0.59 0.30 Arthur Kill, Upper 07/16/2025 07:00 PM PR 07/14/2025 05:00 PM 8 2.75 1.00 Bowery Bay 07/16/2025 11:00 AM BB 07/14/2025 06:00 PM 7 1.57 1.29 Bronx River, Lower 07/17/2025 04:00 PM HP 07/14/2025 06:00 PM 7 1.66 1.33 Coney Island Creek 07/17/2025 07:00 AM CI 07/14/2025 07:00 PM 12 0.83 0.45 East River (near Steinway Creek) 07/15/2025 03:00 PM NC 07/14/2025 08:00 PM 5 1.48 1.18 East River (RFK to Whitestone) 07/15/2025 11:00 AM NC 07/14/2025 08:00 PM 5 1.48 1.18 Flushing Bay 07/15/2025 09:00 AM TI 07/14/2025 08:00 PM 4 0.59 0.30 Flushing Creek 07/16/2025 04:00 PM TI 07/14/2025 08:00 PM 4 0.59 0.30 Fresh Creek 07/16/2025 12:0

30895

2025-07-15T07:39:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory (BX)

Notification issued 07-15-2025 at 07:39 AM. The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: The Bronx When: Until 2:00 PM on 7/15 Hazards: Runoff from yesterday's heavy rains has caused the Bronx River to rise to a moderate flood stage of around 3.7 feet early this morning. The runoff will cause flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other 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/.

30894

2025-07-14T22:47:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - 1, 2 & 3 Train (MN)

Notification issued 07-14-2025 at 10:47 PM. Following a prior service disruption, 1, 2, and 3 train service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

30893

2025-07-14T22:29:00.000

Mass Transit Restoration

Mass Transit Restoration - Staten Island Railway

Notification issued 07-14-2025 at 10:29 PM. Following a prior service disruption, Staten Island Railway service has resumed in both directions. Expect residual delays.

30892

2025-07-14T22:11:00.000

Weather

Flood Warning - Staten Island

Notification issued 07-14-2025 at 10:11 PM The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Warning Where: Staten Island When: Until 1:00 AM on 7/15 Hazards: Between 4 and 6 inches of rain has fallen. Periods of heavy rainfall will cause widespread flooding of poor drainage and low-lying urban areas. 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/.

30891

2025-07-14T21:37:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Disruptions - 1,2,3 Trains (MN)

Due to flooding, expect delays & service changes on 1, 2, and 3 trains in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30900

2025-07-14T21:24:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - Cross Bronx Expressway (BX

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the Cross Bronx Expressway have reopened at Macombs Road in The Bronx. 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.

30890

2025-07-14T20:48:00.000

Utility

Con Edison Power Outage - Richmond Hill Section (QN)

Con Edison is responding to a power outage in the Richmond Hill section of Queens, including ZIP code 11420.

30887

2025-07-14T20:41:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - 1 Train (MN)

Due to flooding, 1 train service is suspended between 96 St and 168 St-Washington Hts. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30889

2025-07-14T20:40:00.000

Regional Mass Transit

Metro- North Service Disruption (CW)

Due to flooding, Metro-North customers should expect delays & possible cancellations on the Harlem Line and New Haven Line in and out of Grand Central. Allow for additional travel time.

30888

2025-07-14T20:30:00.000

Local Mass Transit

MTA Suspension - SIR Train

Due to flooding, Staten Island Railway train service is suspended in both directions between Huguenot and Tottenville. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30886

2025-07-14T20:19:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Harlem River Drive (MN)

Due to standing water, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on Harlem River Drive approaching 130th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30883

2025-07-14T20:19:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Due to standing water, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on Harlem River Drive approaching 130th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30885

2025-07-14T20:10:00.000

Transportation

Unplanned Road Closure - Cross Bronx Expressway (BX)

Due to standing water, all lanes of the Cross Bronx Expressway are closed in both directions at Macombs Road in The Bronx. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30884

2025-07-14T20:01:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Due to a broken-down vehicle, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the FDR Drive approaching 76th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30899

2025-07-14T19:33:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - The Bronx, Queens

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: The Bronx, Queens When: Until 9:30 PM on 7/14 Hazards: 1 to 1.5 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/.

30882

2025-07-14T18:52:00.000

Weather

Twitter Only Message - Special Weather Statement

30881

2025-07-14T18:43:00.000

Weather

Flash Flood Warning - NYC

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flash Flood Warning Where: NYC When: Until 9:45 PM on 7/14 Hazards: Heavy rain of 1 to 2 inches will cause flooding in the city, including on highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low-lying spots. Preparedness Actions: If you are in a basement, move to the highest floor possible. Do not drive your car into areas where the water covers the roadway. The water depth may be too great to allow your car to cross safely. Move to higher ground. If you lose power and have a disability, access and functional needs, or use life-sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. Residential oil tanks in flooded basements may leak or rupture. If you suspect an oil spill in your home, call the NYSDEC Spill Hotline at (800) 457-7362. For more information on home heating oil spills, visit http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/8428.html#response or call 311. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx.

30880

2025-07-14T17:50:00.000

Weather

Flash Flood Warning - 7/14 - Staten Island

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flash Flood Warning Where: Staten Island When: Until 8:15 PM on 7/14 Hazards: Heavy rain of 0.5 to 1 inches will cause flooding in the city, including on highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low-lying spots. Preparedness Actions: If you are in a basement, move to the highest floor possible. Do not drive your car into areas where the water covers the roadway. The water depth may be too great to allow your car to cross safely. Move to higher ground. If you lose power and have a disability, access and functional needs, or use life-sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. Residential oil tanks in flooded basements may leak or rupture. If you suspect an oil spill in your home, call the NYSDEC Spill Hotline at (800) 457-7362. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx.

30879

2025-07-14T16:45:00.000

Weather

Flash Flood Warning - 7/14 - Staten Island

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flash Flood Warning Where: Staten Island When: Until 6:15 PM on 7/14 Hazards: Heavy rain of 0.5 to 1 inches will cause flooding in the city, including on highways, streets, and underpasses as well as other poor drainage areas and low-lying spots. Preparedness Actions: If you are in a basement, move to the highest floor possible. Do not drive your car into areas where the water covers the roadway. The water depth may be too great to allow your car to cross safely. Move to higher ground. If you lose power and have a disability, access and functional needs, or use life-sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. Residential oil tanks in flooded basements may leak or rupture. If you suspect an oil spill in your home, call the NYSDEC Spill Hotline at (800) 457-7362. For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx.

30878

2025-07-14T16:18:00.000

Weather

Flood Advisory - 7/14 - Staten Island

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Advisory Where: Staten Island When: Until 5:30 PM on 7/14 Hazards: 0.5 to 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/.

30877

2025-07-14T16:00:00.000

Planned Events

CERT Exercise - 7/15 - Cadman Plaza East (BK)

As part of a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class, a fire safety exercise will be conducted at approximately 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM on Tuesday, July 15th 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.

30874

2025-07-14T14:00:00.000

Weather

Cooling Centers Open - 7/15 (CW)

Due to expected high temperatures and heat indices, NYC cooling centers will be open Tuesday, 7/15. Cooling centers are air-conditioned facilities such as libraries, community centers, or senior centers, that are open to the public during heat emergencies. To find your nearest cooling center, call 311 or visit https://maps.nyc.gov/cooling-center/. For more information, visit: nyc.gov/beattheheat

30875

2025-07-14T13:00:00.000

Weather

Rain Preparedness: Clear Catch Basins (CW)

Heavy rain is expected across NYC today. Help prevent street flooding by clearing leaves and debris from catch basins near your home if it is safe to do so. If you're cleaning catch basin grates, be sure to wear gloves & watch out for traffic. You can also report a clogged catch basin by calling 311 or submitting online at https://portal.311.nyc.gov/article/?kanumber=KA-01084.

30873

2025-07-14T02:32:00.000

Weather

Flood Watch - NYC - 7/14 - 7/15 (CW)

The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Watch The National Weather Service has issued the following: What: Flood Watch Where: NYC When: 2 PM today until 12 AM on 7/15 Hazards: Heavy rainfall rates of 2+ inches per hr are possible. A widespread 1/2 to 1 1/2 inches of rainfall is likely with rainfall totals of up to 3 inches possible. Rain may cause flooding in the city, including on highways, streets, underpasses, as well as other poor drainage or low-lying spots. Preparedness Actions: - If you are in a basement, prepare to move to a higher floor during periods of heavy rain. - 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 lose power and have a disability, access and functional needs, or use life-sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911. Weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/. Multilingual & ASL Link: http://on.nyc.gov/2rAFYx.

30872

2025-07-13T20:48:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Due to emergency construction, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the FDR Drive approaching 23rd Street 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/2hjFYBK.

30871

2025-07-13T15:44:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closure - David Fox/PS 251 Mini Pool

The following NYC Parks pool is temporarily closed: David Fox/PS 251 Mini 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).

30870

2025-07-13T14:00:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closure - Douglass and DeGraw Pool & Wagner Wading Pool

The following NYC Parks pools are temporarily closed: Douglass and DeGraw Pool and Wagner 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).

30869

2025-07-12T18:00:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closure - PS 46 Playground Pool

The following NYC Parks pool is temporarily closed: PS 46 Playground 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).

30860

2025-07-12T15:00:00.000

Transportation

Planned Road Closure - 7/13 - FDR Dr (MN)

Notification issued 07-12-2025 at 3:00 PM. Due to planned work, all lanes of the FDR Drive will be closed from East 25th Street to East Houston Street in both directions in Manhattan. The closure will take place from 12:01 AM to 10:00 AM on 7/13. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30868

2025-07-12T14:16:00.000

Regional Mass Transit

PATH Suspension-HOB to 33rd/JSQ to 33rd

Due to a track condition, Hoboken to 33rd Street, Journal Square to 33rd Street (via Hoboken) PATH Train service is suspended. NJT Rail/ HBLR at HOB, NWPT, EXPL, NYPS, NWK. NJT bus # 87,126, cross honoring PATH at HOB, bus #119 @ PABT to JSQ. For more information, visit www.panynj.gov/path To view this message in American Sign Language (ASL), ???????, ??????, ??, Français, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Italiano, ???, Polski, P??????, Español, ???? or ?????? : http://on.nyc.gov/1IkVmWW.

30867

2025-07-12T13:14:00.000

Public Health

Public Pool Closures-Commodore Barry Pool, John Jay Diving Pool, Red Hook Pool, Howard Wading Pool & Frederick Douglass

The following NYC Parks pools are temporarily closed: Commodore Barry Pool, John Jay Diving Pool, Red Hook Pool, Howard Wading Pool and Frederick Douglass Mini Pool. For continued updates on these closures, or to find a different pool near you, visit: nyc.gov/parks/outdoor-pools or call 311 (212-639-9675).

30866

2025-07-12T12:49:00.000

Weather

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

Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone until 9:00 PM on 7/12. 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

30865

2025-07-12T12:44:00.000

Transportation

Road Reopened - FDR Drive (MN)

Following a prior closure, all lanes of the FDR Drive have reopened from East 40th Street to East 28th Street in Manhattan. Expect residual delays.

30864

2025-07-12T12:07:00.000

Transportation

Planned Road Closure - FDR Drive (MN)

Due to planned work, all southbound lanes of the FDR Drive are closed from East 40th Street to East 28th Street in Manhattan. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30863

2025-07-12T11:51:00.000

Regional Mass Transit

PATH Train Suspension - JSQ-33rd VIA HOB

Due to a track condition, Journal Square to 33 Street (via Hoboken) PATH Train service is suspended. Use alternate routes. NJ Transit Rail is cross-honoring at HOB and 33rd Street PATH Station. For more information, visit www.panynj.gov/path

30862

2025-07-11T18:51:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - FDR Drive (MN)

Due to a vehicle fire, expect extensive northbound traffic delays on the FDR at East 92nd Street 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/2hjFYBK.

30861

2025-07-11T16:18:00.000

Emergency Activity

FDNY Activity - Gotham Ave (BK)

Due to FDNY activity, expect traffic delays, road closures, mass transit disruptions and a heavy presence of emergency personnel in the area of Gotham Ave and Fane Ct in Brooklyn. Consider alternate routes and allow for additional travel time.

30859

2025-07-11T06:44:00.000

Transportation

Traffic Delays - Van Wyck Expressway

Due to debris on the roadway, expect extensive southbound traffic delays on the Van Wyck Expressway at Hillside 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.