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Winter Outlook Warns Of Complicated Pattern: Farmers' Almanac Predicts 'Heavy, Wet Snow' Winter Outlook Warns Of Complicated Pattern: Farmers' Almanac Predicts 'Heavy, Wet Snow'
Winter Outlook Warns Of Complicated Pattern: Farmers' Almanac Predicts 'Heavy, Wet Snow' A newly released long-range forecast is offering an early look at a winter that could prove especially tricky across the Northeast. The Farmers' Almanac says the 2026-27 season may bring sharp weather contrasts nationwide, with an unpredictable mix of precipitation expected across the Northeast. "The Northeast may face one of the season’s most complicated winter patterns," the Farmers' Almanac said. The outlook calls for a mix of rain, sleet, freezing rain, and snow, with the type of precipitation varying depending on storm tracks and temperatures. "Coastal communities could receive more …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Old Farmer's Almanac Releases Fall Forecast: What To Expect In Northeast Old Farmer's Almanac Releases Fall Forecast: What To Expect In Northeast
Old Farmer's Almanac Releases Fall Forecast: What To Expect In Northeast A new long-range outlook is offering an early look at what fall could bring across the Northeast. The Old Farmer's Almanac says cooler-than-average weather is expected across much of the eastern US this September and October, with notable differences in rainfall depending on location. For the Northeast, the Almanac projects below-average temperatures overall, along with wetter-than-normal conditions compared with historical averages. That pattern would mark a distinctly cooler turn for New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts as the season progresses. The outlook…

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by Joe Lombardi
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New Round Of Storms With Heavy Rain, Flash Flood Threat Near Northeast: Updated Timing New Round Of Storms With Heavy Rain, Flash Flood Threat Near Northeast: Updated Timing
New Round Of Storms With Heavy Rain, Flash Flood Threat Near Northeast: Updated Timing A surge of moisture will fuel rounds of storms with drenching downpours and possible flash flooding. Click here for a new, updated story - Drenching Downpours Will Raise Flash-Flood Threat Across Northeast: Timing After scattered showers and storms on Wednesday evening, Aug. 5, warmer, more humid air will spread north along the East Coast on Thursday, Aug. 6, triggering storm activity. Highs will reach the mid- to upper 80s, with some interior locations nearing 90 degrees. A strengthening area of high pressure near Bermuda will help draw moisture northward, according to Ac…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Did A Tornado Hit Near You? NWS Confirms Westchester Touchdown Did A Tornado Hit Near You? NWS Confirms Westchester Touchdown
Did A Tornado Hit Near You? NWS Confirms Westchester Touchdown A tornado touched down in Westchester during storms on Tuesday, July 21, the National Weather Service has confirmed. An EF-0 tornado developed at 4:10 p.m. in Purchase and traveled 1.82 miles east-northeast before dissipating at 4:17 p.m. in Rye Brook, according to the NWS. The tornado reached estimated peak winds of 85 mph and grew as wide as 40 yards, survey teams determined. No injuries or fatalities were reported. ALSO SEE: Four Tornados, 3 EF-1s, Confirmed In New Jersey The tornado likely began on the Manhattanville College campus, where it uprooted several trees and snapped…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Here's When The Hudson Valley's Air Will Improve — And How To Check Your Town's Forecast Here's When The Hudson Valley's Air Will Improve — And How To Check Your Town's Forecast
Here's When The Hudson Valley's Air Will Improve — And How To Check Your Town's Forecast No, it's not gone yet — smoke from Canadian wildfires is expected to push air quality across much of the Hudson Valley into unhealthy levels on Thursday, July 16.    The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Department of Health issued an updated Air Quality Health Advisory on Thursday from 10 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. because of elevated levels of fine particulate matter, known as PM2.5, carried into New York by wildfire smoke from Canada. The advisory forecasts unhealthy air quality for the Lower Hudson Valley, which includes Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Sullivan,…

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by Ben Crnic
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Hundreds Lose Power In Hudson Valley As Nor’easter Slams Region Hundreds Lose Power In Hudson Valley As Nor’easter Slams Region
Hundreds Lose Power In Hudson Valley As Nor’easter Slams Region Scattered power outages are reported across the Hudson Valley as blizzard conditions continue to pound the region Monday morning, Feb. 23.  As of 8:15 a.m. on Monday, Con Edison reported 161 customers without power in Westchester County out of more than 368,000 total customers. Meanwhile, Orange and Rockland Utilities reported 105 outages in Orange County and 43 in Rockland County, both representing less than 1% of customers. Damage assessments were ongoing.  As for Central Hudson, the utility company reported 239 customers without power in Dutchess County out of more than 12…

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by Ben Crnic
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Latest Town-By-Town Snowfall Totals As Massive Storm Slams Rockland, Tristate Latest Town-By-Town Snowfall Totals As Massive Storm Slams Rockland, Tristate
Latest Town-By-Town Snowfall Totals As Massive Storm Slams Rockland, Tristate Here's a rundown of updated snowfall totals from downstate New York, northern New Jersey, and Connecticut for a historic, massive Nor'easter that arrived Sunday night, Feb. 22, continuing into Monday, Feb. 23. Some spots had already seen as much as 20 inches by mid-morning Monday, and approached 30 inches later in the day. Central Park in Manhattan recorded 19.7 inches, making it the heaviest snowstorm for the city in over five years and nearly approaching all-time records. Over 650,000 customers lost power across the region, with the heaviest outages concentrated in New Jersey, Massachuse…

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by Joe Lombardi
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Winter Storm Watch Issued for Hudson Valley, LI: Up To 13 Inches Of Snow Forecasted Winter Storm Watch Issued for Hudson Valley, LI: Up To 13 Inches Of Snow Forecasted
Winter Storm Watch Issued for Hudson Valley, LI: Up To 13 Inches Of Snow Forecasted A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for parts of the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island as a strengthening storm system could bring heavy snow and strong winds to the region late this weekend.  The National Weather Service in New York said the watch is in effect from Sunday morning, Feb. 22, through Monday afternoon, Feb. 23, for portions of southeast New York, including Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Westchester, New York City, and Nassau and Suffolk counties on Long Island.   Forecasters say 6 to 10 inches of snow are possible, along with wind gusts up to 40 mph. Tra…

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by Ben Crnic
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Iconic Hamptons 'Stilt House' Collapses Into Icy Bay Amid Deep Freeze Iconic Hamptons 'Stilt House' Collapses Into Icy Bay Amid Deep Freeze
Iconic Hamptons 'Stilt House' Collapses Into Icy Bay Amid Deep Freeze A beloved Hamptons landmark that stood above the water for generations collapsed into the bay after days of bitter cold. Amagansett’s famed “stilt house” in the Lazy Point section collapsed overnight Sunday, Feb. 1, after frigid temperatures froze the waters beneath it, snapping the wooden posts that had held it aloft for more than 70 years. Photos from the scene show the once-elevated home now partially submerged in ice-choked waters of Gardiners Bay, where it had long stood isolated above the water. Montauk photographer James Katsipis, who has photographed the house for more than two dec…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Snow Much Scrutiny: Mamdani, Hochul—Even Ted Cruz—Dug Into Shoveling Drama Snow Much Scrutiny: Mamdani, Hochul—Even Ted Cruz—Dug Into Shoveling Drama
Snow Much Scrutiny: Mamdani, Hochul—Even Ted Cruz—Dug Into Shoveling Drama New York’s biggest winter storm in years proved once again that on the internet, everyone’s an expert. NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani helped Brooklyn residents dig out from this weekend’s massive winter storm, but he quickly drew online fire, not for his politics but for his technique. Mamdani was photographed by ABC7 Sunday, Jan. 25, pitching in as Winter Storm Fern buried parts of the city under more than 11 inches of snow. But it wasn’t long before social media users zoomed in on how he was shoveling — and many were not impressed. Several commenters pointed out that Mamdani appeared to be twi…

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by Michael Mashburn
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Hochul’s Snow Shoveling Tips Spark Laughs — And A Serious Reminder: 'You Don't Want That!' Hochul’s Snow Shoveling Tips Spark Laughs — And A Serious Reminder: 'You Don't Want That!'
Hochul’s Snow Shoveling Tips Spark Laughs — And A Serious Reminder: 'You Don't Want That!' As New Yorkers began to dig out from the biggest winter storm in years, Gov. Kathy Hochul reminded residents to shovel smart and don’t overdo it. In a PSA posted Monday, Jan. 26, Hochul — a Buffalo native — demonstrated what she described as the “right way” to shovel snow, drawing on her Western New York roots. “Easy does it,” Hochul said in the video. “Just push it out of the way. No strain on the back from doing that,” she explained while showing proper form. When snow gets heavier, Hochul advised breaking it into smaller sections rather than lifting large loads. “Don’t do a bi…

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by Michael Mashburn
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How Much Snow Did You Get? These Rockland County Locales Saw Highest Totals: New Update How Much Snow Did You Get? These Rockland County Locales Saw Highest Totals: New Update
How Much Snow Did You Get? These Rockland County Locales Saw Highest Totals: New Update Here are snowfall totals from the National Weather Service for the major winter storm that hit the region early Sunday morning, Jan. 25. A widespread foot or more of accumulation has been reported just before daybreak on Monday, Jan. 26. New York Manhattan Central Park 11.4 in 1200 AM 01/26 Official NWS Obs Queens JFK 10.3 in 1200 AM 01/26 Official NWS Obs La Guardia 9.7 in 1200 AM 01/26 Official NWS Obs Bronx  W Throgs Neck Bridge 12.5 in 1105 PM 01/25 Trained Spotter Brooklyn Williamsburg …

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by Joe Lombardi
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Snow Totals Are In: Here’s Which Rockland County Towns Got Hit The Hardest Snow Totals Are In: Here’s Which Rockland County Towns Got Hit The Hardest
Snow Totals Are In: Here’s Which Rockland County Towns Got Hit The Hardest The Northeast is digging out, and the snow totals are in. By 1 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, the National Weather Service issued updated storm-total snowfall reports across New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut as the system wrapped up. Many communities finished in the double digits, with the highest totals pushing past 17 inches in parts of the region, according to the National Weather Service. Connecticut FAIRFIELD COUNTY New Fairfield: 16.0 in at 10:09 p.m. Bethel: 15.7 in at 10:27 p.m. Danbury: 15.5 in at 10:45 p.m. Bridgeport Airport: 15.1 in at 12:00 a.m. Greenwich: 11.0 in at 6:38 p.m. N…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Final Post-Christmas Storm Update: These Locales In Rockland County, Region Saw Most Snowfall Final Post-Christmas Storm Update: These Locales In Rockland County, Region Saw Most Snowfall
Final Post-Christmas Storm Update: These Locales In Rockland County, Region Saw Most Snowfall Here's a newly updated rundown of snowfall accumulation reports compiled by the National Weather Service for the winter storm that arrived late Friday afternoon, Dec. 26, and lasted until Monday morning, Dec. 27.  The highest reported totals of 9-10 inches of accumulation came mainly from the Hudson Valley and northwestern Connecticut. Related story - Second Storm In Days Will Bring Heavy Rain, Icy Mix, Gusty Winds To Northeast: Here's Timing New York Manhattan Central Park 4.3 in 0700 AM 12/27 Official NWS Obs Bronx NNE Fordham 4.3 in 0400 AM 12/27 Public Brooklyn…

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by Joe Lombardi
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State Of Emergency Declared In NY As Heavy Snow Targets Hudson Valley, NYC, Long Island: Hochul State Of Emergency Declared In NY As Heavy Snow Targets Hudson Valley, NYC, Long Island: Hochul
State Of Emergency Declared In NY As Heavy Snow Targets Hudson Valley, NYC, Long Island: Hochul New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a State of Emergency as a major winter storm threatens to bring heavy snowfall, dangerous travel conditions, and possible power outages across much of New York — including the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island.  The emergency declaration, announced on Friday afternoon, Dec. 26, covers more than 40 counties, including Dutchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Ulster, Columbia, Greene, Albany, Nassau, Suffolk, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Westchester counties, as forecasters warned of four to eight inches of snow across the Mid-Hudson region and …

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by Ben Crnic
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Over 1K Without Power In Hudson Valley As High Winds, Heavy Rain Move Through Over 1K Without Power In Hudson Valley As High Winds, Heavy Rain Move Through
Over 1K Without Power In Hudson Valley As High Winds, Heavy Rain Move Through A powerful storm sweeping across the Northeast has knocked out power to thousands of customers across the Hudson Valley on Friday morning, Dec. 19, as utility crews race to assess damage and restore service amid dangerous conditions.  As of 11:30 a.m., Con Edison reported 1,043 customers without electricity in Westchester County, with restoration estimated by 5 p.m. Meanwhile, Orange & Rockland Utilities reported outages affecting 215 customers in Orange County and 38 in Rockland County—each representing less than one percent of customers—with damage assessments still underway …

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by Ben Crnic
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Here's Where The Wind Blew Hardest In The Hudson Valley Over Weekend Here's Where The Wind Blew Hardest In The Hudson Valley Over Weekend
Here's Where The Wind Blew Hardest In The Hudson Valley Over Weekend Powerful winds swept across the Hudson Valley on Sunday, Nov. 16, with several areas seeing gusts topping 40 to 50 mph, according to the National Weather Service.   The NWS released its highest wind reports early Monday morning, Nov. 17, showing widespread strong gusts across Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Westchester counties. Westchester Sees Highest Winds The strongest recorded gust in the region hit 55 mph at White Plains Airport around 4:20 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 16, making Westchester County the hardest-hit area in the region. In addition to the 55 mph gust at the airport, a …

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by Ben Crnic
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Utility Crews Preparing For High Wind Event In Hudson Valley, Long Island: Advisory Issued Utility Crews Preparing For High Wind Event In Hudson Valley, Long Island: Advisory Issued
Utility Crews Preparing For High Wind Event In Hudson Valley, Long Island: Advisory Issued Utility crews in the Hudson Valley are preparing for a blustery night ahead, as the National Weather Service issues a Wind Advisory warning of gusts up to 45 miles per hour overnight Wednesday, Nov. 5, through early Thursday, Nov. 6.  The advisory, in effect from 9 p.m. Wednesday to 8 a.m. on Thursday, covers Orange, Rockland, Putnam, and northern Westchester counties, along with parts of southern Connecticut and northern New Jersey. A separate advisory also covers Nassau and Suffolk counties.  Forecasters said sustained west winds of 15 to 25 mph could bring down tree limbs and c…

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by Ben Crnic
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High Wind Watch Issued For Hudson Valley, NYC, Long Island: Gusts Up To 60 MPH Possible High Wind Watch Issued For Hudson Valley, NYC, Long Island: Gusts Up To 60 MPH Possible
High Wind Watch Issued For Hudson Valley, NYC, Long Island: Gusts Up To 60 MPH Possible The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for much of the Hudson Valley, New York City, and Long Island, warning of potentially damaging gusts into Thursday morning, Nov. 6.  According to the alert, issued just before 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, west winds of 20 to 30 mph are expected, with gusts possibly reaching 60 mph in some areas, including Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Suffolk, Nassau, and Westchester counties.  The NWS warns that the powerful winds could knock down trees and power lines, leading to widespread outages and hazardous travel conditions — especially f…

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by Ben Crnic
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Here Are NY Rain Totals From Nor’easter That Drenched Hudson Valley, Long Island Here Are NY Rain Totals From Nor’easter That Drenched Hudson Valley, Long Island
Here Are NY Rain Totals From Nor’easter That Drenched Hudson Valley, Long Island The powerful Nor’easter that swept up the East Coast brought drenching downpours across New York, soaking parts of the Hudson Valley and Long Island with more than three inches of rain.  As of 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 14, the highest total was 3.47 inches in Port Jefferson Station, Suffolk County. Heavy rain also fell across Westchester, Putnam, and Rockland counties, where several communities topped 2 inches, according to data released by the National Weather Service.  The slow-moving storm brought flooding, strong onshore winds, and coastal erosion before moving offshore Tuesday…

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by Ben Crnic
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Scorching Heat, Bad Air Quality Grips Region: Alerts Issued For Rockland Scorching Heat, Bad Air Quality Grips Region: Alerts Issued For Rockland
Scorching Heat, Bad Air Quality Grips Region: Alerts Issued For Rockland Residents across much of the Hudson Valley, Long Island, and New York City are under dual weather alerts on Wednesday, July 16, as officials warn of dangerous heat and elevated air pollution levels. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory from 11 a.m. on Wednesday through 10 p.m. Thursday, July 18, warning that heat index values could soar to 100 degrees in parts of:  Rockland, Westchester, Orange, and Putnam counties; New York City; Northern and Southern Nassau County; Suffolk County. Forecasters say the dangerous mix of high heat and humidity could cause heat-related…

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by Ben Crnic
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Flash Flood Warning Issued In Rockland, Westchester, As Heavy Rain Moves In: Here's How Long Flash Flood Warning Issued In Rockland, Westchester, As Heavy Rain Moves In: Here's How Long
Flash Flood Warning Issued In Rockland, Westchester, As Heavy Rain Moves In: Here's How Long The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for parts of Rockland and Westchester counties in New York and northeastern Bergen County in New Jersey as slow-moving thunderstorms bring torrential rain to the region on Monday afternoon, July 14. The warning, which was issued at 3:38 p.m., is in effect until 5:30 p.m. on Monday, according to the National Weather Service.  When the warning was issued, radar indicated that between 1 and 1.5 inches of rain had already fallen, with an additional 1 to 2 inches possible over the next hour. Flash flooding is either ongoing or ex…

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by Ben Crnic
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Air Quality Alert In Effect For Rockland: Here's When It Ends Air Quality Alert In Effect For Rockland: Here's When It Ends
Air Quality Alert In Effect For Rockland: Here's When It Ends If the air feels a little heavier today, you're not imagining it.  A health advisory for elevated air pollution levels remains in effect through 11 p.m. today, Wednesday, June 25, across much of the Hudson Valley, New York City, Long Island, and parts of the lower Hudson region.  The alert, issued by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, includes Westchester, Rockland, and all five boroughs, as well as Nassau and Suffolk counties. The concern: elevated levels of ground-level ozone, a pollutant that can make the air hazardous to breathe — especially for people with ast…

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by Ben Crnic
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Rockland County Faces Air Quality Alert As Temps Climb Into 90s Thursday Rockland County Faces Air Quality Alert As Temps Climb Into 90s Thursday
Rockland County Faces Air Quality Alert As Temps Climb Into 90s Thursday It’s not just hot — it’s hazardous. Air quality across New Jersey and New York is expected to be unhealthy for sensitive groups on Thursday, June 12, as temperatures climb into the 90s and Code Orange Alerts are in effect. Health officials say that ground-level ozone and fine particulates will combine with heat to pose risks for children, seniors, and people with heart or lung conditions. ⚠️ Air Quality Alerts Code Orange Air Quality Alerts issued by the NJ Department of Environmental Protection Counties affected: Bergen, Essex, Union, Hudson, Passaic, Middlesex, Mercer, Ocean, Burling…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Tornado Confirmed In NY During Severe Storms: Here's When, Where Tornado Confirmed In NY During Severe Storms: Here's When, Where
Tornado Confirmed In NY During Severe Storms: Here's When, Where A tornado touched down in New York during a round of storms on Monday, June 9. The National Weather Service in Buffalo investigated storm-related damage from a rotating thunderstorm that affected the area around Great Valley in Cattaraugus County late in the afternoon. The tornado had peak winds of 110 miles per hour and was rated an EF-1 twister, the second-weakest of the six levels on the Enhanced Fujita damage scale. The twister had a path of 2.7 miles from 5:37 p.m. to 5:41 p.m. Several homes, garages, and structures lost walls and roofs. There was also significant …

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by Joe Lombardi
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How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Accumulation Totals From Rockland County How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Accumulation Totals From Rockland County
How Much Snow Did You Get? A Look At Accumulation Totals From Rockland County Here's a look at snowfall accumulation totals from throughout the region released by the National Weather Service for the storm that moved through Saturday night, Feb. 8 into Sunday, Feb. 9. Location Amount Time/Date Provider New York Westchester County 1 N Eastchester 4.8 inches 0810 AM 02/09 Public Mamaroneck 4.8 inches 0630 AM 02/09 Public 1 SSE Port Chester 4.6 inches 0715 AM 02/09 Public 1 ESE Hartsdale 4.5 inches 1000 AM 02/09 Trained Spotter 2 N Mamaroneck …

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by Daily Voice
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2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend In Hudson Valley: Here's Your Forecast 2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend In Hudson Valley: Here's Your Forecast
2 Inches Of Snow Could Fall This Weekend In Hudson Valley: Here's Your Forecast A winter storm is poised to bring light to moderate snowfall to eastern New York, western Massachusetts, and parts of Connecticut from Friday morning, Dec. 20 through Saturday evening, Dec. 21, according to the National Weather Service. A Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for the region, warning of slippery travel conditions, particularly during the Friday evening commute. While snowfall amounts are expected to remain below advisory levels—less than 4 inches—hazardous road conditions are likely. Thursday will be partly sunny with a high near 39°F and northwest winds of 7 to 10 mph, …

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by Cecilia Levine
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How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Rockland County How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Rockland County
How Much Snow Did You Get? Here Are Totals From Rockland County Here's a look at snowfall totals reported by the National Weathe Service from throughout the region from the storm system that swept through Thursday, Nov. 21 into Friday, Nov. 22. New York New York City Central Park 1.86 in 0940 AM 11/22 AWS Nassau County Oyster Bay 2.25 in 0930 AM 11/22 CWOP Locust Valley 0.3 E 2.21 in 0910 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Albertson 0.2 SSE 2.09 in 0730 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Syosset 2.08 in 0800 AM 11/22 COOP Herricks 1.92 in 0830 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Port Washington 0.8 N 1.84 in 0719 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Massapequa 1.1 SE 1.80 in 0700 AM 11/22 COCORAHS Malverne 0.5 SE…

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by Daily Voice
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Rockland County Under Drought Watch Rockland County Under Drought Watch
Rockland County Under Drought Watch Rockland County officials warn residents to conserve water as the county is under a drought watch. According to the Department of Health, the county is experiencing extremely dry conditions this fall, with little rain predicted in the long-term forecast.  Although no immediate concerns exist for water sources, officials said they could become stressed if these dry conditions continue over the winter months.  A drought watch is the first of four levels of state drought advisories: watch, warning, emergency, and disaster. County officials said there was above-average rainfall in t…

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by Kathy Reakes
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New Tornado Confirmed Amid Record-Setting Year In NY: Here's When, Where New Tornado Confirmed Amid Record-Setting Year In NY: Here's When, Where
New Tornado Confirmed Amid Record-Setting Year In NY: Here's When, Where A new tornado just touched down in New York in what has been a historic year for twisters in the state. There have now been 29 tornadoes in New York this year, breaking the record of 25 in 1992. A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team examined several reports of damage in Allegany County, in the towns of Wirt and Friendship, located near Buffalo, after the incident happened in the middle of the evening on Friday, Sept. 6. "The damage found was consistent with a tornado, with several areas of concentrated and extensive tree damage," the weather service said. The tornado had peak wind…

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by Joe Lombardi
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'We Will Rebuild': Powerful Storm, Flooding Leave Trail Of Destruction Across Parts Of NY 'We Will Rebuild': Powerful Storm, Flooding Leave Trail Of Destruction Across Parts Of NY
'We Will Rebuild': Powerful Storm, Flooding Leave Trail Of Destruction Across Parts Of NY At least six homes were heavily damaged and roads were washed out following a powerful storm system that brought drenching rain and widespread flooding to parts of New York and Connecticut. On Long Island, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine issued a state of emergency on Monday, Aug. 19, after surveying flood damage caused when up to nine inches of rain fell in parts of the county overnight. “Our longtime Mill Pond is gone. Six houses along here were damaged, their cesspools and personal belongings are now floating down this creek into the sound,” Romaine told reporters. Earlier Report:…

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