High Winds, Heavy Rain & Coastal Flooding Forecast for NYC Area

Subject: High Winds, Heavy Rain & Coastal Flooding Forecast for NYC Area
Date: 10/24/2005 5:58:17 PM Eastern Daylight Time
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October 24 , 2005

Emergency Notifications, Preparedness & Alerts


HIGH WINDS, HEAVY RAIN & COASTAL FLOODING FORECAST FOR NYC AREA

As the remnants of Hurricane Wilma combine with a developing nor'easter off the Delmarva pennisula, the New York City area will experience high winds, heavy rain and minor coastal flooding through early Wednesday.

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for the New York City area through 4 p.m. Tuesday, as well as a Flood Watch through Tuesday night. Northeasterly winds will increase to 25-35 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph. Heavy rain will also affect the city, with localized flooding possible, and minor coastal flooding is likely at high tide on Tuesday and Wednesday.

New Yorkers should exercise caution, as winds may knock down trees and power lines, and heavy rain may create hazardous driving conditions.OEM encourages residents to heed the following safety tips:

If you are caught outside during high winds, take cover next to a building or under a shelter and watch for flying debris.

Report downed lines to your local utility emergency center and the police. Do not try to free lines or to remove debris yourself. Avoid anything that may be touching downed lines, including vehicles or tree branches. Puddles and even wet or snow-covered ground can conduct electricity in some cases.

Seek high ground quickly if you see or hear rapidly rising water. Do not attempt to cross flowing water that may be more than knee deep.

Never attempt to drive your vehicle through standing water.

For more information about high winds, flooding and other storm hazards, visit OEM's website at NYC.gov/oem.

For a free copy of the Ready New York household preparedness guide, visit NYC.gov/readynewyork or call 311.

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