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Tropical Activity Ramping Up: Here's Latest On Systems Forecasters Are Watching Tropical Activity Ramping Up: Here's Latest On Systems Forecasters Are Watching
Tropical Activity Ramping Up: Here's Latest On Systems Forecasters Are Watching A mid-season lull in named storms may soon be a distant memory, with tropical activity ramping up this week. "Later this week into the upcoming weekend, forecasters are monitoring the potential for a storm to take shape along the Southeast Coast," said AccuWeather.com, noting that it could pose a threat "for rounds of rain along the mid-Atlantic and New England coasts by the upcoming weekend." Forecasters are now monitoring these other systems over multiple zones. Here's a rundown: A westward-moving tropical wave in the Caribbean Sea is "expected to become more conduci…
Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region
Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region A line of storms is now moving across the region from west to east, producing drenching downpours that are flooding some areas. A radar image of the region above, from just before 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, shows severe storms marked in red. "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Tuesday. The statement added, "Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street fl…
Support Swells After Series Of Tornadoes Devastate NY Homes, Businesses: 'Anything Helps' Support Swells After Series Of Tornadoes Devastate NY Homes, Businesses: 'Anything Helps'
Support Swells After Series Of Tornadoes Devastate NY Homes, Businesses: 'Anything Helps' Donations are flooding in for the victims devastated by a series of tornadoes that touched down in New York during a round of severe storms. At least six twisters touched down in Central New York between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 16, the National Weather Service confirmed. They were identified at: Canastota, Madison County - EF-1, from 3 p.m. to 3:07 p.m. Peak winds - 100 mph. Rome, Oneida County - EF-2, from 3:25 p.m. to 3:35 p.m. Peak winds - 135 mph. Oxbow Lake, Hamilton County - EF- 1, from 4:29 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Peak winds - 100 mph. Wells, Hamilton County - EF-1, from 4:30…
Severe Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Westchester Severe Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Westchester
Severe Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Westchester Tens of thousands are without power after a severe storm swept through the Northeast overnight. At around 7 a.m. Thursday, June 27, a total of around 35,000 customers in New York are without electricity, according to poweroutage.us. Most of the outages are in areas farther north with a combined 27,110 outages in Orange, Dutchess, and Ulster counties. Here's a breakdown by counties in the region: Orange - 12,374 Dutchess - 11,459 Westchester - 3,600 Ulster - 3,277 Putnam - 1,215 Nassau - 1,191 Rockland - 1,066 Suffolk - 225 Sullivan - 23 Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Video: Woman Rescued From Submerged Vehicle On Flooded Parkway In Westchester Video: Woman Rescued From Submerged Vehicle On Flooded Parkway In Westchester
Video: Woman Rescued From Submerged Vehicle On Flooded Parkway In Westchester Authorities have shared a nail-biting video depicting a dramatic rescue of a woman from a flooded parkway in Westchester during a powerful storm event.  The rescue happened on Tuesday night, Jan. 9, when the Yonkers and Westchester County Police Police Department learned that a woman had become trapped inside her vehicle in rapidly rising floodwaters on the Bronx River Parkway in Yonkers during a severe storm on the same night. According to Yonkers Police, the department's Emergency Service Unit then put on their water rescue suits and deployed their rescue boat to reach the trapp…
New Rounds Of Storms With Strong Winds, Drenching Downpours Could Cause More Power Outages New Rounds Of Storms With Strong Winds, Drenching Downpours Could Cause More Power Outages
New Rounds Of Storms With Strong Winds, Drenching Downpours Could Cause More Power Outages More potentially severe scattered thunderstorms are expected to sweep through the region this weekend after previous activity resulted in downed trees and thousands of power outages the previous two days. The next window for storm activity is in the afternoon and evening on Saturday, Sept. 9.  The main threat will be damaging winds, with additional threats for isolated large hail and flash flooding triggered by drenching downpours, according to the National Weather Service. Humid conditions will linger Saturday, but it won't be as hot as it has been the last several days, with a …
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel A new storm headed to the region is expected to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain that could cause slippery travel conditions. The time frame for the system is late Monday night, March 6 into Tuesday morning, March 7, according to the National Weather Service. Leading up to the storm's arrival, Sunday, March 5 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid to upper 40s. Monday will start off with clear skies as the high temperature climbs to around the 50-degree mark. Clouds will increase at night ahead of the storm's arrival.  Areas where the overnight temperature stays…
These Areas Could See Snowfall From Potent Storm Headed To Northeast These Areas Could See Snowfall From Potent Storm Headed To Northeast
These Areas Could See Snowfall From Potent Storm Headed To Northeast A complex new storm on track for the Northeast is expected to bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snow. Ahead of the arrival of the system, there will be a return to warmer-than-normal temperatures for this time of year Sunday, Feb. 19, and Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 20 into Tuesday, Feb. 21, according to the National Weather Service. High temperatures during that street will range from the upper 40s to low 50s with cloudy skies each day,  Showers are possible both Monday and Tuesday, with some areas seeing snow showers overnight Monday into Tuesday morning. The potent stor…
Approaching Front Will Bring Rain, Heavy Wind Gusts Ahead Of Coastal Storm: Here's Timing Approaching Front Will Bring Rain, Heavy Wind Gusts Ahead Of Coastal Storm: Here's Timing
Approaching Front Will Bring Rain, Heavy Wind Gusts Ahead Of Coastal Storm: Here's Timing An approaching frontal system will move across the region, bringing a new round of precipitation ahead of a more significant coastal storm whose projected track has now pivoted farther south. The warm front is due to arrive around midday on Thursday, Feb. 9, which will be mostly cloudy throughout the day with a high temperature ranging from the upper 40s to around 50 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There will be rain at times during the afternoon and into the evening on Thursday, with wind gusts up to around 20 miles per hour, increasing in speed overnight to around…
Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North
Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North A complex storm is bringing rain to much of the region, with sleet farther inland, and as much as a foot of snow in some spots in upstate New York and northern New England. The storm, which arrived late Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22, has continued into Monday morning, Jan. 23. The storm is expected to wind down late in the morning or around midday on Monday, with skies gradually clearing on a brisk and breezy day with a high temperature in the upper 30s to low 40s, according to the National Weather Service. "For snow lovers in and near the big I-95 cities in the Northeast, this is another disa…
New Update: These Areas Could See Up To 8 Inches Of Snowfall From Complex Storm System New Update: These Areas Could See Up To 8 Inches Of Snowfall From Complex Storm System
New Update: These Areas Could See Up To 8 Inches Of Snowfall From Complex Storm System A complex storm sweeping through the region could dump as much as 8 inches of snowfall to parts of the region. The storm is expected to move from the south to the north starting late in the afternoon on Sunday, Jan. 22, and continue into the overnight through Monday morning, Jan. 23, according to the National Weather Service. Anywhere from 3 to 8 inches of snowfall accumulation is possible in the areas shown in the first image above. Areas farther south expected to see a trace or more of snow are shown in the second image above, in the upper left corner. Related story: Midweek Storm…
Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect
Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect A new storm taking aim at the Northeast could bring up to a foot of snow to some spots in northern New York and New England. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Jan. 19 before exiting during the morning on Friday, Jan. 20. For projected snowfall totals, see the first image above from AccuWeather.com: 6 to 12 inches of snowfall in the areas shown in royal blue,  3 to 6 inches in the areas shown in Columbia blue,  1 to 3 inches in areas shown in sky blue. Most of this region will see mainly rain. (Click on the second image above.) About an inch of rainfall is expected in…
Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow
Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow A potent storm bringing a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, sleet, and snow is nearing the Northeast. The system is now expected to arrive in this region earlier than had been earlier predicted, on Thursday morning, Jan. 12, before continuing through the afternoon and intensifying Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. Northern New York and New England could see up to 6 inches of snowfall. (Click on the first image above for snowfall projections.) In most of the Northeast, mainly rain is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in those par…
Timing Shifts For Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow Timing Shifts For Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow
Timing Shifts For Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow The projected timing for a significant storm bringing a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, sleet, and snow has changed.  The system is now expected to arrive in this region earlier than had been earlier predicted, on Thursday morning, Jan. 12, before continuing through the afternoon and intensifying Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. Mainly rain (shown in green in the first image above from AccuWeather.com) is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in some parts of northern New York and New England (blue). Northern New York and Ne…
Major Storm Taking Aim On Region Will Be Packed With Heavy Rains, Strong Winds, Sleet Major Storm Taking Aim On Region Will Be Packed With Heavy Rains, Strong Winds, Sleet
Major Storm Taking Aim On Region Will Be Packed With Heavy Rains, Strong Winds, Sleet A major storm headed to the region will bring a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, and sleet. The cross-country storm system is now expected to arrive in this region on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, intensify Thursday night, and continue into Friday, Jan. 13. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) Mainly rain (shown in green in the second image above) is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in some parts of northern New York and New England (blue). Parts of northern New York and New England could see up to 6 inches of snowfall. (Click on the third…
After The Storm: Bitter Cold For Christmas Eve, Xmas Day Before Big Change In Weather Pattern After The Storm: Bitter Cold For Christmas Eve, Xmas Day Before Big Change In Weather Pattern
After The Storm: Bitter Cold For Christmas Eve, Xmas Day Before Big Change In Weather Pattern Let's hope Santa Claus is wearing an extra pair -- or two -- of long johns. That's because Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be the coldest in decades. A powerful, massive storm that brought a mix of heavy rain, damaging winds, sleet, and snow, has now moved off the coast, but the passage of a cold front accompanying the system has led to a dramatic dip in temperatures. The wind-chill factor on Christmas Eve on Saturday morning, Dec. 24 is below zero degrees in most of the region. After a sunny start, clouds will increase during the day, but the high temperature will only be in the mid…
Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Busy Highway In Pouring Rain In Westchester Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Busy Highway In Pouring Rain In Westchester
Pedestrian Killed While Crossing Busy Highway In Pouring Rain In Westchester A man was killed after he was hit by a car while trying to cross a busy Westchester County highway in the midst of a powerful pre-Christmas storm, police said.  The accident happened on Friday, Dec. 23, around 2:45 a.m., when a Honda Pilot struck a man attempting to cross the southbound Saw Mill River Parkway in Yonkers in the area of Odell Avenue, according to Westchester County Police.  The man, whose name has not yet been released by police but was in his 40s and was believed to be homeless, was rushed to St. John’s Riverside Hospital, where he died around 4 a.m.  Po…
Here's Timing For New Storm System That Could Bring Up To 2 Inches Of Rain To Parts Of Region Here's Timing For New Storm System That Could Bring Up To 2 Inches Of Rain To Parts Of Region
Here's Timing For New Storm System That Could Bring Up To 2 Inches Of Rain To Parts Of Region A brand-new storm accompanying a warm front is expected to bring up to 2 inches or more of rainfall to parts of the region. Monday, Dec. 5 will be mainly sunny and brisk during the day with a high temperature in the mid 40s. Clouds should begin to lower and thicken Monday night in advance of the system with rainy and milder weather expected both Tuesday, Dec. 6, and Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Precipitation will gradually end from west to east Wednesday afternoon and evening. The front will lead to an increase in temperatures, with highs in the mid 50s bo…
Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region
Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region A significant storm on track for the Northeast is expected to bring potentially damaging gusts and a new round of rainfall in the middle of the workweek. The system will move in from the Midwest on Wednesday, Nov. 30. It's the same storm that could cause a "possible severe weather outbreak in the Southeast, as well as a swath of snow across the Plains and Upper Midwest," according to AccuWeather.com. (See the image above.) The two days leading up to the storm's arrival will be seasonable and dry, the National Weather Service says. Skies will be mostly sunny Monday, Nov. 28 …
Separate Rounds Of Storms Headed To Region: Here's What To Expect Each Day Separate Rounds Of Storms Headed To Region: Here's What To Expect Each Day
Separate Rounds Of Storms Headed To Region: Here's What To Expect Each Day Separate storm chances are lining up for the next few days, marking the start of a more unsettled stretch of weather that will see a return of more humid conditions. Wednesday, July 27 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid 80s. Dry weather will then give way to a chance of showers overnight as a warm front begins to lift north towards the region, according to the National Weather Service. The threat of scattered showers and thunderstorms returns for Thursday, July 28, and Friday, July 29, along with warmer and more humid conditions. Thursday will be partly sunny wit…
Potent Storm Knocks Out Power To Tens Of Thousands In Parts Of Hudson Valley Potent Storm Knocks Out Power To Tens Of Thousands In Parts Of Hudson Valley
Potent Storm Knocks Out Power To Tens Of Thousands In Parts Of Hudson Valley Thousands of customers in parts of the Hudson Valley lost power after a powerful storm moved through the region. More than 21,000 customers were left in the dark when the potent storm brought strong wind gusts and heavy rain to central and northern Ulster County just after 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 13, according to Central Hudson. Central Hudson said most of the outages were located in Kingston, Marbletown, Hurley, Esopus, and Ulster. As of 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, July 14, about 10,000 customers remained without service, Central Hudson said.  “Central Hudson crews are in the f…
Here's When New Rounds Of Showers, Storms Are Possible Here's When New Rounds Of Showers, Storms Are Possible
Here's When New Rounds Of Showers, Storms Are Possible New rounds of scattered showers and storms are possible over the next 48 hours. Wednesday, July 13 will be mostly sunny and warm, with a high temperature in the upper 80s to around 90 degrees. The heat index will be in the low to mid 90s, according to the National Weather Service. Pop-up showers and thunderstorms are possible Wednesday evening and into the overnight. Thursday, July 14 will be partly sunny with a high temperature in the mid to upper 80s.  Scattered showers and thunderstorms will arrive in the mid-afternoon, with the window for storm activity lasting until the lat…
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms A new round of stormy weather will sweep through the region as many get back to work after the long holiday weekend. Skies will be mostly cloudy Tuesday, July 5. The high temperature will be in the low 80s. Scattered showers will arrive in the mid afternoon, with thunderstorms possible Tuesday night into the overnight hours as the storm system moves through. Storm activity will be more widely scattered in areas farther east. (See image above.) Wednesday, July 6 will be mostly sunny. The high temperature will be in the low 80s, with breezy conditions, including wind gusts as high as 20 mil…
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms That Will Sweep Through Region Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms That Will Sweep Through Region
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms That Will Sweep Through Region A warm front pushing through the region will lead to a new round of scattered thunderstorms. The time frame for storm activity on Thursday, June 2 is from the mid-afternoon through the evening. Localized heavy rainfall could cause additional flooding concerns, especially in areas farther south, the National Weather Service said. "A few strong to severe thunderstorms can also not be ruled out, especially in those same areas," the weather service said. Thursday's high temperature will be in the mid 70s with mostly cloudy skies throughout the day. It will remain cloudy to start the day…
Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing
Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing A massive storm system now sweeping through the nation from west to east will bring damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours to the region. The storm is now moving across the Midwest (see the first image above from AccuWeather.com) and is expected to arrive in the Northeast on Thursday, April 14 (click on the second image above.) "Strong to locally damaging winds will be the main threat," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Wednesday morning, April 13. "Brief heavy downpours are also possible." Wednesday will be partly sunny with …
Storm Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Thunderstorms Arrives In Region: Here's Latest Timing Storm Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Thunderstorms Arrives In Region: Here's Latest Timing
Storm Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Thunderstorms Arrives In Region: Here's Latest Timing A storm system bringing rain, which will be heavy at times, gusty winds, and thunderstorms is moving through the region. There will be showers at times throughout the day on Thursday, March 24 with breezy conditions and raw temperatures topping out at around 50 degrees. Wind gusts will be as high as 30 miles per hour. Rain will become steadier late Thursday afternoon, and lasting into the late evening. During that time, thunderstorms will become likely, according to the National Weather Service. A total of 1 to 2 inches of rainfall is expected before the system winds down overnight in…
Snow Joke! New Round Of Wintry Weather Headed To Region; Here's How Much Accumulation To Expect Snow Joke! New Round Of Wintry Weather Headed To Region; Here's How Much Accumulation To Expect
Snow Joke! New Round Of Wintry Weather Headed To Region; Here's How Much Accumulation To Expect Updated story: New Snowfall Projections Released For Storm Taking Aim On Region Just a couple of days after the high temperature climbed to the upper 60s to around 70 degrees, a new round of accumulating snowfall is expected in the region. See the image above for a look at areas where a mix of snow and rain (in pink) and snow (in blue) is expected Tuesday night, March 8 into Wednesday morning, March 9, according to AccuWeather.com. Generally, new snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches is possible for most of the region, with about a half-inch near the coast, the National Weather Servi…
Arrival Of Stormy Weather Pattern Will Include New Chances For Snow Arrival Of Stormy Weather Pattern Will Include New Chances For Snow
Arrival Of Stormy Weather Pattern Will Include New Chances For Snow The arrival of a stormy weather pattern will include new chances for snow this week. Two more cross-country storms are expected to move from the west to the east this week, according to AccuWeather.com. Sunday, Feb. 20 will be mostly sunny, with a high temperature in the low 30s and wind-chill values in the mid teens, according to the National Weather Service. Presidents' Day on Monday, Feb. 21 will be sunny with a moderation in temperatures as the high reaches the mid to upper 40s. The stormy weather pattern will arrive on Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 22 on a mostly cloudy day with a high tem…
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals Throughout Region How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals Throughout Region
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Totals Throughout Region Snowfall totals from a potent quick-moving storm that swept through the region were wide-ranging. Here are some totals from the National Weather Service and other reports as of Monday morning, Jan. 17. If you don't see your hometown, leave the total by posting a comment below. New York New York City Central Park, 1.35 inches Nassau County Great Neck, 1.84 inches Levittown, 1.63 inches Seaford, 1.65 inches Syosset, 1.65 inches Wantagh, 1.59 inches  Suffolk County Amityville, 1.60 inches Huntington, 1.80 inches Miller Place, 1.76 inches Patchogue, 1.80 in…
Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Westchester Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Westchester
Storm Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Westchester A powerful, fast-moving storm with damaging wind gusts has knocked out power to thousands in the Hudson Valley. At around 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 17, Con Edison is reporting around 6,000 customers without power in Westchester County, with about two-thirds of the outages in the central and southern parts of the county. At the same time, about 165 customers of Orange & Rockland County Utilities are without power. Central Hudson says about 100 outages have been reported as of 10:30 a.m. NYSEG is reporting about 100 customers without power in Ulster County and nearly 200 in Sullivan County…
Warnings, Advisories Issued As Storm Bringing Snow, Ice, 50 MPH Winds Takes Aim On Region Warnings, Advisories Issued As Storm Bringing Snow, Ice, 50 MPH Winds Takes Aim On Region
Warnings, Advisories Issued As Storm Bringing Snow, Ice, 50 MPH Winds Takes Aim On Region Warnings and advisories are in effect as a potent, fast-moving storm that will bring a mix of snow, significant icing, heavy rain, and damaging gusty winds takes aim on the region. The time frame for the storm is after nightfall Sunday, Jan. 16 into Monday afternoon, Jan. 17 on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. After a frigid start with single-digit temperatures in the morning, Sunday's high will rebound in the afternoon and reach the low 30s, but strong winds will make it feel much cold, and clouds will thicken during the day. The storm system is expected to arrive from south to north afte…