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Stowaway Found On Delta Flight For Second Time In Month Stowaway Found On Delta Flight For Second Time In Month
Stowaway Found On Delta Flight For Second Time In Month For the second time in a month a stowaway was caught on a Delta Air Lines flight, sparking concerns. The flight, from Seattle to Honolulu, was preparing for takeoff when crew members discovered the unticketed passenger onboard, leading to the plane returning to the gate on Christmas Eve on Tuesday, Dec. 24. Delta Airlines said that safety protocols were followed, resulting in the passenger’s removal and subsequent detention by law enforcement. The identity of the person has not been released. “As there are no matters more important than safety and security, Delta people followed…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Major Storm Will Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds That Could Cause Power Outages Major Storm Will Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds That Could Cause Power Outages
Major Storm Will Bring Heavy Rain, Strong Winds That Could Cause Power Outages A post-Thanksgiving storm will hit the region with heavy rain and strong wind gusts that could cause power outages. The time frame for the storm is Monday, Nov. 30 into Tuesday, Dec. 1. The days leading up to the arrival of the system will be dry with temperatures continuing to be above normal through the weekend with daily highs ranging from the low to upper 50s. It will remain fairly cloudy on Black Friday, Nov. 27, but with no precipitation, according to the National Weather Service.  While a stray shower can’t be ruled out on Saturday, Nov. 28, it should also be dry through Sunda…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Gas Prices Jump For July 4th Travel Gas Prices Jump For July 4th Travel
Gas Prices Jump For July 4th Travel With a record number of Americans hitting the road to celebrate the Fourth of July, motorists are seeing an uptick in prices at the pump. After weeks of seeing declining prices at gas pumps nationwide, AAA is reporting that on average, they’ve risen more than a nickel in advance of the holiday, which will see more travelers than ever. Nationally, motorists are paying an average of $2.73 per gallon as of Tuesday, July 2; an increase of six cents from a week ago, though it’s down nearly nine cents from a month ago. Last year, the national average sat at $2.86. “For the more than 41 million m…

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by Zak Failla
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Storm System Will Bring Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds With Flash Flooding Possible Storm System Will Bring Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds With Flash Flooding Possible
Storm System Will Bring Thunderstorms, Gusty Winds With Flash Flooding Possible Midweek sunshine will be followed by a storm system that will bring showers and thunderstorms to the region. The storms will produce gusty winds with some downpours that could cause flash flooding and travel delays. Here's a day-by-day look at what to expect through Easter Sunday: Thursday, April 18: Cloudy with some light rain or drizzle at times during the day. The high temperature will be in the mid 50s. Friday, April 19: The rain and thunderstorms move in around noontime as the storm system arrives. Up to 2 inches of precipitation is possible on a warmer, breezy day with a high t…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Eye Of The Storm: Downpours Drenching Roadways, Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages Eye Of The Storm: Downpours Drenching Roadways, Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages
Eye Of The Storm: Downpours Drenching Roadways, Gusty Winds Could Cause Power Outages A powerful storm is slamming the area just as thousands hit the highways for pre-Christmas travel. Drenching rain, accompanied by gusty winds of up to 45 mph, will continue through the morning on Friday, Dec. 21 and into the afternoon. The wind gusts have already led to power outages. Lengthy airport delays are also being reported. A Flood Watch remains in effect for the entire area until 1 a.m. Saturday, and a Wind Advisory for the coast. In addition, Coastal Flood Warnings and Advisories were posted for this morning's high tide. Widespread 2 to 3 inches of rain is likely with l…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Flash Flood Watch: Significant Storm System Will Bring Downpours, Delay Holiday Travel Flash Flood Watch: Significant Storm System Will Bring Downpours, Delay Holiday Travel
Flash Flood Watch: Significant Storm System Will Bring Downpours, Delay Holiday Travel A significant storm system in the pre-Christmas travel days at the end of the week is headed our way.  Heavy rain, wind, and coastal flooding are all likely. A Flash Flood Watch is now in effect from 1 a.m. Friday, Dec. 21 until 1 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 22. The National Weather Service is now forecasting 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain with locally higher amounts, especially in any thunderstorms, with most of the area in a marginal risk for excessive rainfall. It looks to be too warm for any snow across the region. The forecast will be fine-tuned with amounts and when to expect the heaviest r…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Storms With Downpours, Gusty Winds, Lightning Moving Through Area Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Storms With Downpours, Gusty Winds, Lightning Moving Through Area
Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Storms With Downpours, Gusty Winds, Lightning Moving Through Area With an increase in the chance for storms Friday afternoon and evening, a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is now in effect for the area. The watch, issued at 3:40 p.m. by the National Weather Service, is in effect until 11 p.m. Friday. Among the counties covered by the watch are Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess, Rockland, Orange and Fairfield. Isolated storms began to develop in the area in the mid-afternoon and are now moving eastward. (See radar image above.) The storms, with heavy downpours, thunder, lightning and gusty winds, could cause flash flooding and travel delays. The main threats will …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Strong Storms With Heavy Downpours, Gusty Winds Could Cause Flash Flooding Strong Storms With Heavy Downpours, Gusty Winds Could Cause Flash Flooding
Strong Storms With Heavy Downpours, Gusty Winds Could Cause Flash Flooding A hot and humid day will lead to new rounds of thunderstorms Friday afternoon and evening, with some of the storms strong to severe.The storms, with heavy downpours and gusty winds, could cause flash flooding and travel delays. The main threats will be damaging wind and locally heavy rainfall, although an isolated tornado and large hail are also possible, the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Statement issued early Friday morning. The storms will arrive sometime after 2 p.m. on a cloudy day with a high in the mid-80s. The storm threat will continue until around 1 a.m. Sat…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Update On Winter Storm: Latest Snowfall Projections New Update On Winter Storm: Latest Snowfall Projections
New Update On Winter Storm: Latest Snowfall Projections With a new winter storm taking aim on the area, the National Weather Service released an updated report Tuesday morning with the latest snowfall projections for Wednesday. Precipitation is expected to start as all snow for the entire region early Wednesday morning before quickly turning to sleet, freezing rain and then rain in and around New York City and along the coast. Farther inland, and especially north and west, snow will likely accumulate through the morning and early afternoon.  The latest forecast predicts temperatures rising into the mid-30s for much of the area in the early afte…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Digging Out: Metro-North Reduces Train Schedule For Friday Digging Out: Metro-North Reduces Train Schedule For Friday
Digging Out: Metro-North Reduces Train Schedule For Friday FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. — Metro-North trains will run on a reduced weekday schedule on Friday, Jan. 5, due to the impact of a strong nor'easter and extremely low temperatures.  Some trains will be combined, and others will be canceled, Metro-North said.  Metro-North also warned customers to expect delays as cleanup continues from the large snowstorm on Thursday.  Train riders should check current timetables and note the following trains are canceled and/or combined on the New Haven Line for Friday: Inbound-AM PEAK: The 7:04 a.m. from New Rochelle is combined with the 6:30 a.m. from Stam…

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