As temperatures reach the mid-90s, New York’s electrical system will face an additional burden because of people working from home. Source: New York Times
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N.Y.C. Forecast This Week Shows Temperatures in the 90s
By Gotham Rex on July 18, 2022
Before that, damaging winds, thunderstorms and even tornadoes are possible late Monday. Source: New York Times
Runner Dies in Brooklyn Half Marathon
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2022
It’s the first death since 2014 in the 13.1-mile run from Prospect Park to Coney Island. It was not immediately clear whether heat had played a role. Source: New York Times
Snowstorm in Northeast Could Disrupt Travel and Power, Forecasters Say
By Gotham Rex on April 17, 2022
Though there is uncertainty about the storm’s track, a forecaster said “pretty impactful weather” could knock out power and make for sloppy commutes. Source: New York Times
Thousands Remain Without Power in Tennessee After Winter Storm
By Gotham Rex on February 7, 2022
Schools in the Memphis area were closed on Monday after an ice storm last week led to widespread power failures. Source: New York Times
Powerful Winter Storm Brings Whipping Winds and Heavy Snow to the Northeast
By Gotham Rex on January 29, 2022
Forecasters called it a “bomb cyclone” and predicted that the Boston area would be hit particularly hard. Source: New York Times
Here's When a Storm Is Considered a Blizzard
By Gotham Rex on January 29, 2022
The National Weather Service defines a blizzard by three criteria: blowing or falling snow, winds of at least 35 miles per hour, and visibility of a quarter mile or less for at least three hours. Source: New York Times
Winter Storm Expected to Blanket the Northeast in Snow
By Gotham Rex on January 6, 2022
Significant snowfall could create perilous driving conditions for the Friday morning commute. Source: New York Times
What New Yorkers Need to Know About Tornadoes
By Gotham Rex on November 15, 2021
While the chances of a tornado in any of the boroughs are slim, experts said one could still spawn from a severe thunderstorm and devastate the city. Source: New York Times
Storm Batters Long Island With Hail and Prompts Rare Tornado Warnings
By Gotham Rex on November 13, 2021
A fast-moving storm affected New York City, Long Island and New Jersey, leaving in its wake uprooted trees and some power failures. Source: New York Times
Heavy Rain Soaks New York as Nor’easter Pounds the Region
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2021
A flash flood watch will be in effect all day as a storm system moves through New York and New Jersey. Source: New York Times
In Hurricane Ida's wake, NYC unveils blueprint to combat extreme weather
By Gotham Rex on September 27, 2021
In the wake of historic flooding and more than a dozen deaths cause by the remnants of Hurricane Ida, Mayor Bill de Blasio on Monday unveiled a new plan to combat extreme weather. Source: Check out ABC 7 for more…
How Can New York City Prepare for the Next Ida? Here’s a To-Do List.
By Gotham Rex on September 20, 2021
The recipe sounds simple: Improve drainage. Use plants, tanks and barriers to slow water. But it takes money and cooperation. Source: New York Times
Biden's Speech on Climate Change and Ida: Full Transcript
By Gotham Rex on September 7, 2021
“The nation and the world are in peril,” President Biden said after touring storm damage in New York and Jersey. “And that’s not hyperbole. That is a fact.” Source: New York Times
New York and New Jersey Residents to Receive Federal Aid After Storm
By Gotham Rex on September 6, 2021
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York has estimated the state suffered at least $50 million in damages. Source: New York Times