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  • How much snow did we get? See totals from around the tri-state

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    The forecasts all promised big snow totals, and they didn’t disappoint.

    The snowstorm was the ninth biggest ever for Central Park, which saw 19.7 inches. Totals were piling up all day. Here are some of the biggest accumulations around the tri-state area.

    According to the National Weather Service, a handful of spots on Long Island and in New Jersey saw 30 inches or more. The Long Island town of Islip may have gotten the most of anywhere in the region, with 31 inches overall. That’s its biggest snowstorm since 1963.

    Use the map below to see updated totals from your area:

    Here are some of the highest totals from around the tri-state:

    • Central Islip, Long Island: 31 in.
    • Lyndhurst, New Jersey: 30.7 in.
    • Carlstadt, New Jersey: 30.2 in.
    • East Islip, Long Island: 30 in.
    • Patchogue, Long Island: 30 in.
    • Babylon, Long Island: 29.5 in.
    • Leonia, New Jersey: 29.7 in.
    • Grasmere, Staten Island: 29 in.
    • Holbrook, Long Island: 29 in.
    • Nesconset, Long Island: 28.8 in.
    • Todt Hill, Staten Island: 27.8 in.
    • Haworth, New Jersey: 27.6 in
    • Englewood, New Jersey: 27.5 in.
    • Newark Airport: 27.1 in.
    • Ridgefield, New Jersey: 27.1 in.
    • Dongan Hills, Staten Island: 27 in.
    • North Merrick, Long Island: 25.4 in.
    • Greenville, Westchester County: 24.1 in.
    • Hartsdale, Westchester County: 24 in.
    • Valhalla, Westchester County: 24 in.
    • Mott Haven, Bronx: 23.4 in.
    • Whitestone, Queens: 23 in.
    • Washington Heights, Manhattan: 22.8 in.
    • Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn: 22.5 in.

    Here’s a look at snow totals from around New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut (updated as of 3 p.m. Monday):

    New York City

    Suffolk County, Long Island

    Nassau County, Long Island

    North Jersey

    Central Jersey

    Ocean County, New Jersey

    Hudson Valley

    Fairfield County

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  • Blizzard ’26 among top 10 biggest snowstorms in Central Park history — could make top 5!

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    The tri-state area was pummeled with a massive blizzard the likes of which we haven’t seen in years!

    The total snowfall as of 1 p.m. Monday for Central Park is 19.7 inches — which puts the Blizzard of 2026 at 9th place among the biggest snowstorms in Central Park history!

    And, it is not out of the realm of possibility, as data continues to come in, that this storm cracks the top 5!

    The National Weather Service compiled the biggest snowstorms — which it describes as being 1 foot or more — registered in Central Park.

    The data was compiled from 1869 up to Jan. 1 of this year — with the exception of the data from the Blizzard of 2026.

    Among the biggest snowstorms registered is the Blizzard of 96, 30 years ago. That snowstorm, which took place Jan. 7 and 8 in 1996, wreaked havoc across the tri-state when it dumped more than 20 inches of snow, paralyzing transit systems and closing down schools for days.

    While the National Weather Service’s list includes the top 28 biggest snowstorms, here are the top 10 as of this afternoon.

    Amount (in inches) Date(s)
    1. 27.5 Jan. 22-24, 2016
    2. 26.9 Feb.11-12, 2006
    3 26.4 Dec.26-27, 1947
    4 21.0 March 12-14, 1888
    5 20.9 Feb. 25-26, 2010
    6 20.2 Jan. 7-8, 1996
    7 20.0 Dec. 26-27, 2010
    8 19.8 Feb. 16-17, 2003
    9 19.7 Feb. 22-23, 2026
    10 19.0 Jan. 26-27, 2011

    The last spot on the National Weather Service list is No. 28 — a tie between a snowstorm that fell Dec. 30, 2000 and one that took place on Feb. 9-10, 1926.

    So, will Blizzard of 2026 crack the top 5? Stay tuned for an updated list as the snow totals come in!

    For the complete list of biggest snowstorms registered in Central Park, click here.

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  • Heard about a chance for a big snowstorm Sunday? We break down the models

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    Parts of the Northeast will contend with a coastal storm that could deliver some impressive snow totals to some areas this weekend. It’s just hard to poinpoint which parts.

    Through Friday morning, the forecast uncertainty remains high in terms of exactly how this storm will play out. Current long-range forecast models indicating very different narratives. 

    That said, there are a few things that are starting to become clearer. And we’re putting out our first potential snow map. It calls for a widespread 1 to 3 inches for the New York City area, with parts of the region, and Long Island, potentially getting up to 5 inches. Expect changes in the days to come.

    What we know:

    We know that an area of low pressure currently over California will traverse the country and move off the North Carolina coast on Sunday. As it moves into the Atlantic, the low will strengthen and the tri-state area will pick up light to moderate snow and gusty northeast winds beginning Sunday afternoon.

    The American and European forecast models – two of the long-range models we rely on heavily for extended outlooks – are pretty consistent up to that point, with the low pressure area setting just off the Carolina Coast by early Sunday afternoon.

    Snow will be light to moderate initially, with a dusting to no more than three inches of accumulation likely for the tri-state through Sunday afternoon.

    What we don’t know:

    How the storm plays out Sunday night into Monday becomes a much bigger question. The long-range models deviate at this point. 

    The American model solution keeps the initial low pressure system on a track well offshore. However, as that low pulls away from the coast it predicts a secondary low will develop just off the Jersey Shore.  That secondary low would produce a band of heavy snow Sunday night into Monday morning for the Delmarva Peninsula, South Jersey and possibly Long Island.  Under this scenario, hardest-hit areas could pick up a total of 6 to 12 inches.

    Conversely, the European forecast model keeps the main low moving on a track offshore but does not develop the same secondary low.  Without that, there’s very little snow for Sunday night into Monday. The European model also shows snow totals for most areas would likely stay under three inches.

    The bottom line:

    The forecast for Sunday and Monday continues to be very fluid. Do expect snow this weekend – light to moderate Sunday afternoon, with the possibility of additional heavy snow Sunday night into early Monday. 

    Areas most likely to see over six inches of snow would be South Jersey and Long Island, with lighter amounts to the north and farther inland. Also, expect gusty northeast winds, especially along the coast as this storm system moves by. Gusts could reach 40 mph at times.

    By Friday afternoon, our forecast confidence should improve considerably. Because the storm system is now onshore over the West Coast, we have a much better assessment of the current state of the atmosphere there, which translates to much more precise and accurate forecast modeling going forward.

    Stay with Storm Team 4 through the weekend as we fine-tune the forecast for you.

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  • With storm behind us, focus turns to bone-chilling cold across tri-state for days ahead

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    The snow is behind us (though there could be another storm on the way), so now the focus turns to the bitter, bone-chilling cold that has settled in — and won’t be moving on any time soon.

    After a comparatively pleasant Monday temperature-wise, gusty winds ushered Arctic air into the region Monday night. Those winds are going to make it truly miserable starting Tuesday morning.

    Heading to work or school in the morning will be almost painful, with lows in the single digits. It won’t get much better during the day, with highs only reaching the low 20s.

    It will be more of the same for the rest of the work week, with Thursday being particularly brutal, as highs may not even reach 20. Expect daytime wind chills in the teens, and overnight/morning wind chills in the single digits through much of the week.

    The cold eases a bit for the weekend, but temperatures will still be well below average and barely approaching the freezing mark. Turning the calendar to February on Sunday could bring temperatures back into the 30s — still frigid, but at least an improvement.

    The good news: There is not much in terms of precipitation coming down the pipeline near-term, just cold and dry for several days. But that could change, depending on the path of the next system coming up on forecasts.

    The large storm coming up on long-range forecasts could impact the tri-state Sunday evening, though there is still a lot to be determined to predict anything with confidence. There was already a slight southward trend away from us with Monday afternoon’s update, but even that would still cause some secondary impacts if the placement materialized.

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  • NYC sees biggest snow storm in years, NJ Transit service halted

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    A massive winter storm dumped sleet, freezing rain and snow across much of the U.S. on Sunday, bringing subzero temperatures and halting air and road traffic. 

    The ice and snowfall were expected to continue into Monday followed by very low temperatures which could cause “dangerous travel and infrastructure impacts” for days, the National Weather Service said.

    The storm totals were quite impressive, but performed exceptionally close to forecasts. Some light freezing rain will create a light glaze overnight in some areas, making driving even more difficult Monday morning. Roads and sidewalks will continue to be very slick, as well.

    New York City saw just over 10 inches, while higher totals could be found in the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and the northernmost areas of New Jersey. South of the city, totals were lower, as the snow changed over to sleet and freezing rain earlier in the day.

    On the Upper East Side, January Cotrel enjoyed the fresh snow on a block that always closes during snowstorms for residents to sled, throw snowballs and make snowmen.

    “I pray for two feet every time we get a snowstorm. I want as much as we can get,” she said. “Let the city just shut down for a day and it’s beautiful, and then we can get back to life.”

    Further upstate, New York communities near the Canadian border saw record-breaking subzero temperatures, with Watertown registering minus 34 degrees Fahrenheit and Copenhagen minus 49, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.

    The dangerously cold weather was just as big of a concern as the snow.

    Mayor Zohran Mamdani said earlier on Sunday that at least five people who died were found outside as temperatures plunged the day before, though the cause of their deaths remained under investigation. He urged people to stay inside and off the roads: “We want every single New Yorker to make it through this storm.”

    Travel was, at best, heavily impacted, and at worst was brought to a standstill. More than 11,400 flights were canceled Sunday, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware. Aviation analytics firm Cirium said that as of Sunday morning, the storm is the highest experienced cancellation event since the pandemic.

    At LaGuardia Airport, 91% of flights (436 flights) were canceled. John F. Kennedy International Airport had 466 flights canceled, about 80% of flights, according to FlightAware.

    Roads were treacherous, as vehicles all over the tri-state got stuck trying to navigate the slick conditions while plows could only do so much to keep up with all the snow. New York State Police said they responded to 250 crashes, but no deaths were reported.

    New Jersey Transit suspended all service on Sunday, and only light rail service looked to be up and running by Monday morning. The transit agency said it would work to gradually ramp up bus service Monday, but not until later in the morning. The same goes for Access Link service.

    When NJ Transit rail service would be back up and running, that start time was not clear, but it did not appear likely to be in the morning.

    On Monday, the focus will turn to cleanup for many. Scores of school districts will remain closed for the day, but NYC students will have a virtual learning day, much to their (and some parents’) chagrin.

    On Monday, we’ll see the “warmest” temperatures over the next several days: in the upper 20s. After Monday, another bitterly cold blast takes over for the remainder of the week.

    The cold will be the predominant headline going forward, with high temperatures not projected to rise above freezing in NYC until the middle of next week, meaning most of the snow and ice from Sunday will stick around for quite a while.

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  • LIVE CAMS: Watch snow fall in 4 NY, NJ locations at the same time

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  • Bitter blast blankets tri-state area as dangerously cold temperatures lead to weather advisory

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    After a frigid and snowy weekend, the temperatures turn even more bitterly cold for the start of the week.

    Drier air is moving in as the departing coastal low pulls away, so while a few flurries may linger, the accumulating snow is done for the day. But, be careful! The low temperatures that stick around will result in some black ice and general icy patches.

    The big story now is the cold: several rounds of fronts will keep temperatures well below normal this week, with teens and single‑digit lows, highs only in the 20s, and wind chills dipping below zero at times.

    There is a cold weather advisory up for parts of New Jersey for late Monday night into Tuesday morning with below zero wind chills expected.

    The tri-state area will get a brief mid‑week bump into the 30s and lower 40s on Thursday before another push of arctic air arrives for the weekend, sending highs back into the teens and lows into the single digits.

    And looking ahead, there is the potential for a snowfall event next weekend.

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  • How bad were winds from the nor’easter throughout the tri-state? See the highest gusts

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    Up and down the East Coast, forecasters warned that major coastal flooding was likely Monday in the mid-Atlantic, particularly from Virginia to New Jersey, with strong onshore winds, high surf and high tides. Coastal flooding was expected to peak Monday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service.

    The nor’easter churned its way up the East Coast over the weekend, washing out roads and prompting air travel delays. There were 384 cancelations and 2,787 delays within, into, or out of the United States by midday Monday, with many of those disruptions affecting Boston Logan International and LaGuardia Airport in New York, according to FlightAware, a website that tracks flight disruptions.

    The Columbus Day Parade in New York City was also canceled.

    Dangerous surf conditions were expected to continue Monday, bringing strong rip currents and beach erosion along many East Coast beaches, the weather service said. Forecasters said more than 2 inches of rain could fall in some spots. The greatest threat for major flooding was expected to be in Long Island and southern New Jersey.

    The wind was felt in full force throughout the day on Monday, with gusts strong enough to bring down tree limbs and even knock down a solar panel that killed a 76-year-old woman on a Brooklyn sidewalk.

    Check out some of the highest wind speeds from gusts from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut:

    • Island Beach State Park, NJ – 62 mph
    • Robert Moses State Park, Long Island – 60 mph
    • Surf City, NJ – 60 mph
    • Harvey Cedars, NJ – 59 mph
    • Holgate, NJ – 59 mph
    • Eatons Neck, Long Island – 57 mph
    • Robbins Reef, NJ – 55 mph
    • Seaside Park, NJ – 55 mph
    • Stony Brook, Long Island – 55 mph
    • Sea Bright, NJ – 54 mph
    • Tuckerton, NJ – 54 mph
    • Seaside Heights, NJ – 53 mph
    • Bayville, Long Island – 52 mph
    • Napeague, Long Island – 52 mph
    • Norwalk, CT – 52 mph
    • Beach Haven, NJ – 51 mph
    • Great Gull Island, Long Island – 51 mph
    • Jersey City, NJ – 51 mph
    • Montauk Airport, Long Island – 51 mph
    • Orient, Long Island – 51 mph
    • Barnegat Light, NJ – 50 mph
    • Blue Point, Long Island – 50 mph
    • Seaside Park, NJ – 50 mph

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  • Mid-week rain ushers in cooler weather, but will leave dry skies for the weekend

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    After a stretch of warm, sunny weather, get ready for clouds, cooler temperatures, and showers are on the way to the tri-state area this week.

    An area of low pressure off the Carolina coast will slowly migrate north, clipping the Northeast with wet weather beginning Tuesday evening and continuing through Wednesday.

    The rain won’t be heavy, nor will it be continuous. Clouds, however, will move in Tuesday afternoon and stick around until Thursday. 

    The combination of clouds, scattered rain and an onshore wind will keep temperatures cool for September.  Highs will struggle to make 70 degrees on Wednesday.

    Rain totals will stay below an inch in most areas, but packing an umbrella for the day would be a good idea.

    The low pressure system will move away Thursday morning, leaving dry skies in its wake for the remainder of the work week and the coming weekend. Temperatures will rebound nicely, too, on Thursday and especially Friday, when we’ll warm into the mid-80s in the afternoon.

    The warmth will be short-lived, though. A dry cold front will take our temperatures down to the low 70s for the weekend. Cooler, yes, but still pleasant.

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  • More dry and gorgeous weekend weather, but looming drought still remains

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    After a healthy dose of rain in the tri-state last weekend, this weekend will be quite different.

    The region is parched from months of below-normal rainfall and there’s no end in sight.

    The weekend forecast is a winner, with afternoon temperatures hovering a degree or two above normal, near 80 degrees. There is only the slightest chance for scattered sprinkle late Saturday night and again late Sunday.  Many areas will be rain-free all weekend, so don’t alter your outdoor plans due to weather.

    Expect only trace amounts of rain where it does fall. 

    Heading into the last full week of summer with no big rain chances in sight, an intensifying Northeast drought remains an issue. In the tri-state area it isn’t too serious yet; it’s moderate and relatively isolated. But it will become a bigger problem unless we get more frequent episodes of rain. 

    Northern New England is in much worse shape. Severe drought conditions extend from far Northeastern New York through Vermont, New Hampshire and much of Central Maine. A small section of New Hampshire is even under extreme drought conditions.

    Timing of a Northeast drought couldn’t be worse for fall foliage lovers.  When trees are stressed from drought, leaves often turn brown instead of vibrant red, orange or yellow.  And peak color in these parts is coming soon – early to mid October – so there’s little to no time to recover. 

    Like the tri-state, New England is in for a dry weekend, too.  But it will be a nice weekend for travelers. No weather worries anywhere from New England to the mid-Atlantic.

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  • AccuWeather: More humid

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    NEW YORK (WABC) — Sunday will be partly sunny and moderately humid with a stray late-day thunderstorm well to the north and west of New York City.

    We’ll see a few showers on Monday before we settle into a beautiful stretch of bright and mild days heading into next weekend.

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    THE 7-DAY FORECAST

    Sunday
    More humid, storm N&W. High 81

    Monday
    Humid, few showers. High 82

    Tuesday
    Nice, less humid. High 78

    Wednesday
    Comfy blend. High 77

    Thursday
    Remaining nice. High 79

    Friday
    Becoming warmer. High 83

    Saturday
    Still low humidity. High 82

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  • Tracking Erin: Hurricane set to bring powerful rip currents, huge waves to NY and NJ

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    Hurricane Erin is still churning in the Atlantic Ocean as a Category 2 Hurricane, delivering tropical storm force winds to Turks and Caicos and parts of the Bahamas. As the storm continues to make its way north up the east coast, we will see Erin’s influence increasingly felt in the tristate throughout the latter half of the week.

    Area beaches are already facing a high rip current threat, mainly due to a persistent easterly wind. But we will continue to see a high risk for dangerous rip currents continue through the remainder of the week, especially as Erin passes offshore on Thursday.

    Erin should remain a Category 2 storm as it makes its closest approach to the tristate. Waves will peak on Thursday, though we’ll start to see high surf conditions kicking in as early as Wednesday morning.

    Wednesday’s waves could reach heights up to 10 feet, while Thursday’s surf could top off at 15 feet for spots along Long Island.

    These high surf and dangerous rip currents will make for an extremely hazardous situation in the water. Stay out of the ocean this week, even when a lifeguard is on duty. The rip currents and surf conditions will be detrimental to even the strongest swimmers.

    Cooler temperatures this week will keep the ocean from being too enticing, which is good. Highs will be more in line with early autumn, in the low to mid 70s. Cloudy skies coupled with scattered shower chances through Thursday morning will also keep you from wanting to get into the water.

    But by Friday, when we’re back to sunny skies and more seasonable temps, we’ll still be dealing with less-than-ideal surf conditions; it would be best to stay out of the water at least until the weekend.

    In addition to the rip current threat, Erin will prompt coastal flooding and beach erosion. Coastal flood statements were issued Monday for the evening’s high tide, with minor flooding possible in low-lying areas.

    But as the week goes on, we’ll see coastal flooding intensify from minor to moderate levels, exacerbated not only by Erin’s nearby influence, which will further ramp up our easterly wind, but also the upcoming new moon on Saturday.

    Erin may not be making landfall, but that does not mean that it can’t have an impact on the tristate even as it stays hundreds of miles offshore. Plan the rest of your week accordingly; it would be a best practice just to avoid the beach altogether the next couple days.

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  • What does a rip current look like? How to spot one before you’re swept away

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    What to Know

    • A rip current can drag you out far into the ocean, even if you get caught while standing close to shore. They commonly form around breaks in sandbars and near structures, like jetties and piers.
    • Most move at speeds of 1 to 2 feet per second but rip currents have been recorded as fast as 8 feet per second.
    • The National Hurricane Center says that over the last decade, up to 15% of U.S. fatalities from tropical storms and hurricanes were caused by rip currents, which shows how deadly hurricanes can be even from far away.

    Hurricane Erin is expected to bring life-threatening rip currents and high surf to New York and New Jersey shores for the rest of the week, and authorities are advising people to stay out of the water even when lifeguards are present.

    Rip currents are powerful water streams that flow from near the shore, where swimmers enter the water, out toward the open ocean. They form when a lot of water rushes toward shore from breaking waves.

    The National Hurricane Center says that over the last decade, up to 15% of U.S. fatalities from tropical storms and hurricanes were caused by rip currents — so hurricanes can be deadly, even when they’re very far away.

    Much safety effort focuses on what to do if you get caught in a rip current. But is it possible to spot one before that happens? As it turns out, the answer is yes.

    How can I spot a rip current?

    A rip current can drag you out far into the ocean, even if you get caught while standing close to shore. They commonly form around breaks in sandbars and near structures, like jetties and piers. Most move at speeds of 1 to 2 feet per second but rip currents have been recorded as fast as 8 feet per second. Learn more.

    Here’s what some look like, according to NHC:

    Rip Current in the darker area between sandbars (Photo: NOAA)

    Rip current on left side of jetty structure (Photo: Stevens Institute of Technology – New Jersey)

    Strong rip current forming between sandbars (Photo: Dr. Brander, Marina Beach, CA)

    What should I do in a rip current?

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  • Tropical Tracker: Debby to bring more rain to NYC, Tri-State

    Tropical Tracker: Debby to bring more rain to NYC, Tri-State

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    NEW YORK (WABC) — Tropical Storm Debby is expected to make a second landfall early Thursday morning in South Carolina before moving up the east coast with flooding rainfall.

    The National Hurricane Center warned that isolated areas could see up to 25 inches (64 centimeters) of rain from Debby.

    The Eyewitness News AccuWeather team says what remains of Debby will start to pick up some speed and head northeast with some flooding downpours on Thursday night and Friday.

    The good news for the New York City metro area is the track is further west than expected.

    The bulk of the heavy rain should stay west of I-95 corridor that was hit very hard with flooding fueled in part by Debby on Tuesday.

    The storm is also going to pick up enough speed that the remnants and heavy rain should clear our area late Friday night, and most of the weekend should be dry.

    Stay with Eyewitness News and AccuWeather for continuing updates.

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  • NYC Pride weekend forecast: Tornado threat comes Saturday, more severe weather Sunday PM

    NYC Pride weekend forecast: Tornado threat comes Saturday, more severe weather Sunday PM

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    After a gorgeous Friday, storms are back in the forecast this weekend.

    High pressure, which delivered the spectacular finish to the work week, moves offshore this weekend. That ushers in a south wind and turns up the heat and humidity ahead of a cold front. Saturday becomes increasingly sticky as the day goes on but is largely rain-free — until the evening.

    A few showers may pop up by dinnertime in the Hudson Valley, but it is not until later in the evening that the strongest storms make their way into the tri-state area.

    This line of storms continues to move through the region overnight and exits early Sunday morning.

    Saturday night’s storms will not move through quietly. Any storms that develop could be strong to severe, especially across northern New Jersey and the Hudson Valley.

    Damaging wind gusts over 60 mph will be the greatest threat from these storms. At that speed, winds can knock down trees and tree limbs, resulting in potential property damage and power outages. If you’re in the path of one of these storms, stay in a secure building away from windows.

    There is a slight chance for a brief tornado or two Saturday night that also can’t be ruled out. This threat is mainly concentrated in Pennsylvania’s Pike County and New York’s Sullivan County, along with areas further inland.

    Make sure you have the NBC New York app downloaded on your phone and have weather alerts turned on to get severe weather alerts when they happen.

    After the initial round of storms Saturday night into early Sunday, expect a brief lull in the action before another round of storms develops Sunday afternoon. 

    In addition to the threat for storms, Sunday will be hot. Temperatures will climb to the upper 80s, but humidity will make it feel more like the low to mid 90s.

    For those hoping to attend the Pride March in the city, you may luck out and be able to enjoy a few rain-free hours, but be prepared for the stifling heat no matter what; stay hydrated and listen to your body.

    Sunday’s storms will be strong to severe, with damaging wind and hail possible.

    By late Sunday evening, a cold front will move through the region and sweep the storms away. Temperatures and humidity will drop, making for a gorgeous start to the work week and the month of July.

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  • Man injured by falling tree in East Orange as fierce storms barrel through Tri-State

    Man injured by falling tree in East Orange as fierce storms barrel through Tri-State

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    NEW YORK (WABC) — Downpours and damaging winds from severe thunderstorms Wednesday night brought down trees across the Tri-State, leading to injuries, transit delays and power outages.

    In East Orange, New Jersey, a witness says a man was found unconscious under tree debris in the backyard of a home.

    The witness says he tried to assist the victim, who is a young father.

    “I heard a crack first, then it hit the building and then it swung over, then the neighbor in the backyard. The next thing you know — it was silent for a second, and then we heard screams from the ladies, then we all ran out and they were saying, ‘he’s under the tree, he’s under the tree,’ so we all ran over there to try and help,” the witness said.

    He and other neighbors ran to the trashed backyard to find frantic family members trying to shake the victim awake. Neighbors attempted CPR as they called 911.

    Police rushed the victim to the hospital, but it’s not clear what his condition is.

    Elsewhere in New Jersey, a large tree landed inches from a big house in Park Ridge. Fortunately, residents were in the home at the time and were not injured.

    In Queens, three people were injured, including one critically, after a tree fell onto a car on Duane Road, according to FDNY officials. They say the three victims had to be extricated from the car. They were all taken to North Shore University Hospital.

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    That wasn’t the only location where trees had fallen on cars. Citizen App video shows a downed tree on car in East New York, Brooklyn, and in Douglaston, Queens.

    Video from Citizen.com shows a tree that fell on a car in Brooklyn during storms Wednesday night.

    A massive downed tree took up a whole street in Forest Hills, Queens.

    Citizen App video shows a massive tree down in Forest Hills amid severe thunderstorms Wednesday night.

    Storm damage disrupts mass transit

    Mass transit in New York City was also impacted by storm damage.

    M train subway service was delayed in both directions while crews worked to remove a tree from the tracks at Forest Avenue.

    Metro North Harlem line service was suspended between Valhalla and Hawthorne because of fallen trees on the tracks near Valhalla.

    An LIRR train from Penn Station New York to Port Washington was canceled due to a downed tree on the tracks near Bayside, while several NJ Transit rail lines had service impacted by downed trees and other weather conditions.

    Tri-State power outages

    The severe weather also led to thousands of power outages in New York and New Jersey.

    New Jersey reported over 93,000 customers without power as of 10:20 p.m., while New York had over 72,000 customers without power.

    Connecticut reported over 30,000 customers without power Wednesday night.

    What else to expect overnight

    While the main threats of this storm were expected to be damaging wind and hail, a brief tornado couldn’t be ruled out.

    Lee Goldberg has an update on the fierce storms barrelling through the Tri-State.

    The rainfall totals are expected to be range from half an inch to an inch, but there could be localized heavier amounts that could lead to some areas of flash flooding.

    The rain is expected to move out by sunrise Thursday. After the storms move through, Thursday will be more comfortable with a drop in humidity and lower temperatures.

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  • Strong storms eye NYC area overnight; flooding possible

    Strong storms eye NYC area overnight; flooding possible

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    After a warm and summery start this week, showers and storms are back in the forecast Wednesday night into Thursday.

    No severe weather is expected.

    We stay rain-free through most of Wednesday. An isolated shower could come through during the evening commute, but most will be dry until the late-night hours.

    The heaviest rain falls overnight into early Thursday, sticking around for the morning commute.

    These showers will bring with them lightning and localized downpours, but we are not expecting any severe storms with this system. Be on guard for ponding on roadways and minor nuisance flooding in low-lying areas.

    And budget a little extra time for the morning drive.

    Most of the rain clears our area by late Thursday morning. We’ll continue to see scattered showers and storms through the afternoon and evening, but nothing widespread.

    In total, less than 1 inch of rain will come from this event for most of us. Isolated areas could get between 1 and 2 inches. Check the latest radar and interactive weather maps here.

    Once the showers are gone, skies clear and humidity drops. This sets us up for a gorgeous Friday and a comfortable start to the weekend, where we’ll stay (mostly) dry.

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  • AccuWeather Alert: Strong storms

    AccuWeather Alert: Strong storms

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    NEW YORK (WABC) — Severe thunderstorms are hitting parts of the Tri-State this morning with warnings issued in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

    Some of the stronger storms could produce downpours, gusty winds, and small hail, so we have issued an AccuWeather Alert.

    We have an AccuWeather Alert for Thursday as a few strong thunderstorms could pop up to cool things off. Dani Beckstrom has the forecast.

    A less humid Friday will be followed by a cooler holiday weekend with the next shot at showers looking like Sunday night and Monday.

    Thursday

    AccuWeather Alert: Strong storms High 82

    Friday

    Less humid. High 86

    Saturday

    PM storm possible. High 79

    Sunday

    Best bet. High 80

    Monday

    A few showers and a t-storm. High 72

    Tuesday

    Still a chance. High 76

    Wednesday

    Partly sunny with an afternoon shower possible. High 74

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  • Saturday super soaker: Heavy rain causes treacherous roadways in New York City, Tri-State area

    Saturday super soaker: Heavy rain causes treacherous roadways in New York City, Tri-State area

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    NEW YORK (WABC) — Heavy rain in the Tri-State Area created an absolute mess of a Saturday. Flood waters across New York City made some roadways treacherous.

    As the worst of the rain moved out on Saturday evening, the powerful winds and flooding will linger into Sunday.

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    A car was stuck in flooding on the Cross Island Parkway. The flooding has largely receded, but roads in College Point were like ponds at the rainfall’s peak.

    In the area near Bell Parkway, some drivers were turning around instead of trying to make it through the flooding. MTA uses on their routes were taking it slow and were still making waves.

    In New Jersey, emergency management teams have a close eye on whether the Saddle River will crest. They say, by their expectation that will be between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday.

    Anthony Carlo has more on flooding concerns in Lodi, New Jersey.

    Lodi OEM tells Eyewitness News that what the area is dealing with the most right now is urban flooding. Because of the intense rainfall the area is seeing, drivers have had to tread carefully.

    One man who lives in an apartment near the river says he has lost two cars due to flooding, but trying to move his car now creates more issues.

    New York City officials say they were prepared for the drenching downpours.

    MTA leaders said they don’t expect the rain to overwhelm the subway system completely, but they say they will be ready to handle any spot emergencies.

    “We will have people in place at various locations across the system to make sure if there are any issues, we are able to respond, we’ll have folks out there with pumps, they are even going out today to do prep work to make sure that those pumps are functioning as they should,” said Demetrius Crichlow, SVP of NYC Transit Department.

    The MTA is hoping to prevent flooded tracks that could cause delays for commuters.

    The MTA says they will deploy trench covers across the subway system and inspect catch basins.

    Officials with the Department of Buildings are asking property owners, contractors and crane operators to take precautionary measures during the day. Along with the heavy rain, there could be potential wind gusts of up to 40 mph.

    They say if sites are not secured, DOB will take enforcement action.

    The storm will also stir up strong coastal winds that could contribute to some coastal flooding and beach erosion.

    Some areas further north and west of the city are under a Winter Weather Advisory for the chance of a few inches of wet snow.

    The soaking rainstorm will be a quick mover and should move out late Saturday night to make way for a clearer Sunday.

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  • Winter Storm Warning issued for NYC, much of the Tri-State

    Winter Storm Warning issued for NYC, much of the Tri-State

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    NEW YORK (WABC) — A coastal storm began to hit the New York City and the Tri-State area on Tuesday morning, packing high winds and was expected to dump heavy snow in some areas, leading to school closures, warnings against traveling by road, and the disruption of flights.

    Mayor Eric Adams announced the New York City public school system would utilize their remote learning setup due to the expected snow.

    Eyewitness News Reporter Phil Taitt reports on conditions in New York City

    Phil Taitt reports from Riverdale on the snowfall.

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    No matter how much snow or slush is on the ground Tuesday morning, the commute is shaping up to be a hazardous one.

    Rain arrived late Monday evening and began to turn to snow from northwest to southeast overnight with slippery travel during the morning commute.

    Eyewitness News Reporter Anthony Carlo reports on conditions in New Jersey

    Anthony Carlo reports from Mahwah on the snow storm.

    The brunt of the storm will be during the morning with heavy snow and gusty winds before tapering off after midday.

    1-3″/hour snowfall rates can develop with whiteout conditions.

    Heavy wet snow combined with 30-40 mph gusts can cause power outages. Minor to moderate coastal flooding in New Jersey is possible during high tide.

    The city hasn’t seen much snow this winter so far with Central Park clocking in at 2.3 inches, matching last year’s paltry amount. So, any amount of snow will be significant in this regard.

    The good news is that the storm will move away by midday, leaving behind blustery conditions and a noticeable chill for Valentine’s Day.

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    NYC Transit and trains

    The MTA plans to run as much subway, bus and commuter rail service as possible today.

    Metro-North will operate on a modified schedule with some changes to morning and evening peak and branch line service.

    All NJ Transit services will be operating for as long as possible. NJ TRANSIT is cross honoring systemwide for rail, light rail, bus, and private carriers due to expected inclement weather conditions.

    Flight cancellations

    More than 300 flights in New York City have been canceled Tuesday.

    Ground stops are not yet in effect but are expected at JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark airports.

    Connecticut issues ban on all tandem tractor trailers

    Governor Ned Lamont announced that due to the severe winter storm that is anticipated to impact Connecticut, he has signed an order banning all tandem tractor trailers and empty tractor trailers from traveling on all limited access highways statewide effective Tuesday at 12 a.m. and remaining in effect until further notice.

    NJ Public Schools closing Tuesday

    Hoboken, Paterson, South Orange and Maplewood Public School Districts will be closed Tuesday due to the predicted snow in the inclement weather forecast.

    New Jersey prepares for storm

    Gov. Phil Murphy is asking New Jersey residents to work from home Tuesday if they can and stay off the roads.

    A commercial vehicle travel restriction on multiple Interstate highways in New Jersey will be in effect on Tuesday.

    The impacted highways:

    I-78 (entire length)

    I-80 (entire length)

    I-280 (entire length)

    I-287 (entire length)

    Route 440 (between I-287 to the Outer Bridge Crossing)

    I-195 (entire length)

    I-295 (Pennsylvania border/Scudder Falls Bridge to Exit 60 at I-195)

    The commercial vehicle travel restriction applies to:

    All tractor trailers (exceptions as listed in the Administrative Order)

    Empty straight CDL-weighted trucks

    Passenger vehicles pulling trailers

    Recreational vehicles

    Motorcycles

    Toni Yates has more on New Jersey snow preps from Pompton Lakes:

    Toni Yates has the latest.

    NYC Libraries closed Tuesday

    Due to the expected snowstorm, all branches of Brooklyn Public Library, The New York Public Library (which covers the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island), and Queens Public Library will be closed on Tuesday.

    Yonkers Public Schools closing Tuesday

    Yonkers Public Schools will be closed Tuesday for the snow and additionally all afterschool programs, including afterschool child care programming, will also be canceled.

    Catholic Elementary Schools in Archdiocese of New York closing Tuesday

    All Catholic Elementary Schools in the Archdiocese of New York will be closed Tuesday due to the forecasted snowstorm. The day will be a “traditional snow day” with no remote instruction. This includes Catholic schools in New York City and the upper suburban counties.

    Archdiocesan High Schools operate independently, so high school families need to follow instructions from their individual schools.

    Catholic schools in the Brooklyn Diocese, which encompasses Brooklyn and Queens, will have a remote instruction day.

    NYC Schools go remote

    New York City schools will be remote on Tuesday due to the storm.

    The decision to make it a snow day when it snows or not make it a snow day is always controversial. Either way, there are families unhappy with the city’s decision. But the reality is that there is no such thing as snow days anymore — there are remote days.

    Lucy Yang has more, including reaction from some NYC students:

    Lucy Yang is in Brooklyn with more.

    Alternate Side Parking rules suspended

    Alternate Side Parking rules are suspended for Tuesday.

    As the city prepares for snow, gusty wind and minor coastal flooding, officials say travel could be difficult, especially during the morning commute.

    “NYC Emergency Management has issued a Travel Advisory due to a significant winter storm forecasted to impact the region,” said New York City Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol. “We have mobilized a comprehensive response with our city agencies and utility partners, but while we are preparing for any eventuality, I urge New Yorkers to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary for their safety and to allow our Sanitation Department (DSNY) crews and first responders to navigate the storm and reach those in need more quickly.

    Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch talks about NYC’s snow removal efforts:

    NYC Sanitation Commissioner Jessica Tisch talks about the city’s plowing efforts as snow falls Tuesday morning.

    City of Newburgh Declares Snow Emergency

    A Snow Emergency has been declared in Newburgh effective Monday, February 12th at 6pm. Snow Emergency parking regulations will be in effect until the Snow Emergency is lifted.

    Cars parked illegally during a snow emergency will be towed

    During a snow emergency, alternate side of the street parking regulations are in effect as follows:

    On North-South Streets, parking is permitted on the East side of the street for 24 hours, from 6pm, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Parking is permitted on the West side of the street for 24 hours from 6pm, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

    On East-West Streets, parking is permitted on the North side of the street for 24 hours from 6pm, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Parking is permitted on the South side of the street for 24 hours from 6pm, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday.

    EXCEPTION: BROADWAY – No parking both sides from 12:00 midnight to 8:00 a.m. daily

    On all other City streets, the Police Department will designate the side of the street on which parking is permitted, allowing parking on one side of the street on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and then on the other side, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Permitted parking on each side of the street will be from 6pm at the time the Emergency is declared until 24 hours thereafter.

    Parking is not permitted on designated snow emergency routes. Parking is permitted in City Municipal Parking Lots on Ann Street, VanNess Street, (between Fullerton and Prospect Streets) and on Chambers Street.

    Stay with Eyewitness News and AccuWeather for continuing updates on the storm track and the potential snow totals.

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