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Tropical Storm Nicole: NY State Agencies Prepare Response For Expected Heavy Rain, Strong Winds Tropical Storm Nicole: NY State Agencies Prepare Response For Expected Heavy Rain, Strong Winds
Tropical Storm Nicole: NY State Agencies Prepare Response For Expected Heavy Rain, Strong Winds New York State agencies are preparing emergency response assets as Tropical Storm Nicole is set to move through the region, bringing potentially heavy rain and strong winds. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday, Nov. 10, that numerous state agencies are preparing ahead of the storm, which is expected to move through the state as early as the evening of Friday, Nov. 11. Related - Fast-Moving Nicole Makes Landfall, Now Headed Toward Northeast With Drenching Rain, Gusty Winds Hochul said the largest rainfall totals of two to three inches are expected in Central New York, the Finger La…
State Agencies Increase Patrols, Surveillance At Long Island Beaches Due To Shark Attacks State Agencies Increase Patrols, Surveillance At Long Island Beaches Due To Shark Attacks
State Agencies Increase Patrols, Surveillance At Long Island Beaches Due To Shark Attacks State officials have ordered heightened patrols and surveillance of shark activity at Long Island State Park beaches amid an increase in sightings and reports of swimmers getting bit.  Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Monday morning, July 18, that she has directed State Parks to increase lifeguard staffing at ocean beaches by 25 percent. Hochul also ordered expanded drone availability at Long Island State Park, Jones Beach State Pakr, Robert Moses State Park, and Hither Hills State Park. "As New Yorkers and visitors alike head to our beautiful Long Island beaches to enjoy the summer, our top…