September 22, 2023
Notification issued 09-22-2023 at 18:34.
The NYC Emergency Management Department has issued a travel advisory for 9/23 to 9/24. New Yorkers are advised to prepare for heavy rain and coastal hazards this weekend.
Steady light to moderate rain will begin Saturday morning and continue into Sunday night. Periods of heavy rainfall are likely between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, with scattered showers throughout the day Sunday. In total, the National Weather Service has forecast 2 to 3 inches of rain with max rainfall rates around 0.5 inch per hour.
A range of coastal hazards are also expected this weekend, including minor coastal flooding along vulnerable NYC shorelines, large breaking waves, rough surf, and beach erosion.
Winds will be gusty on both Saturday and Sunday, with peak gusts around 40 mph.
Periods of heavy rain may cause flooding in the city, including highways, streets, basements, and underpasses. During periods of heavy rain, seek higher ground or, if in a basement, move to a higher floor. City agencies have taken action to clean catch basins and remove street litter in the event heavier rain occurs.
Heavy rain may create dangerous travel conditions:
-New Yorkers are advised to limit travel and stay inside during periods of severe weather.
-If you must travel, exercise caution. Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely.
-If you are outside during a thunderstorm, avoid open areas and try to seek shelter indoors.
For more information, please visit: https://on.nyc.gov/48ruJ0j
