February 7, 2020
By Notify NYC
Alert issued 02-07-2020 at 3:36 AM.
The National Weather Service has issued the following:
What: High Wind Warning
Where: NYC
When: 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM on 2/7
Hazards: West winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph are expected. Winds at these speeds can cause flying debris, turn unsecured objects into projectiles, & cause power outages. Exercise caution when walking, biking, or driving.
Preparedness Actions:
Before an Outage
– Charge cell phones
– Gather supplies
– Turn refrigerators/freezers to a colder setting.
During an Outage
– Stay clear of downed power lines.
– Turn off all appliances
– Keep refrigerator & freezer doors closed.
– Do not use generators indoors.
– If you lose power & have a disability/access needs or use Life Sustaining Equipment (LSE) & need immediate assistance, dial 9-1-1.
For the latest weather info: www.weather.gov/okx/.
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