The New York area escaped the worst of the tropical storm, though a much-anticipated concert was cut short. Source: New York Times
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Tropical Storm Henri Brings Power Outages and Record Rain to Northeast
By Gotham Rex on August 22, 2021
The storm was expected to continue dumping rain across the region through Monday night, prompting flood watches in several states. Source: New York Times
With Evacuations on Fire Island, Long Island Braces for Henri
By Gotham Rex on August 21, 2021
Ferry service to the island will be suspended on Saturday night, and flights and rail service in the region will likely be affected. Source: New York Times
Lightning Strike at Bronx Beach Kills 13-Year-Old Boy
By Gotham Rex on August 13, 2021
The teenager, Carlos Ramos, was one of six people on Orchard Beach after lifeguards cleared the water with thunderstorms approaching on a blistering day, officials said. Source: New York Times
Why the New York Subway Has a Water Problem
By Gotham Rex on July 9, 2021
Thursday’s storms flooded parts of the subway system, underscoring its vulnerability to heavy rains, which could become more common with climate change. Source: New York Times
Heavy Rains Pound New York City, Flooding Subway Stations and Roads
By Gotham Rex on July 8, 2021
More than a dozen people were rescued from a flooded highway in the Bronx, and more rain was expected overnight as Tropical Storm Elsa hit. Source: New York Times
New York City Alerts Residents to Conserve Energy to Avoid Outages
By Gotham Rex on June 30, 2021
The warnings, which included an alert sent to cellphones across the city, came as the city endured its fourth day of sweltering heat. Source: New York Times
New York City Braces for Heat and Humidity
By Gotham Rex on June 28, 2021
The steamy weather, with a heat index above 100, is expected until Thursday, and the city opens centers where people can keep cool. Source: New York Times
Snowstorm to Blanket East Coast With Up to 8 Inches on Sunday
By Gotham Rex on February 6, 2021
The intense but fast-moving storm promises to create havoc for travelers on Super Bowl Sunday and be followed by single-digit temperatures, forecasters said. Source: New York Times
20 Inches of Snow Could Fall on a City Already Quieted by the Pandemic
By Gotham Rex on February 1, 2021
New York found itself in the midst of a nor’easter that was on track to be one of the city’s heaviest storms ever. Source: New York Times
What You Need to Know About the NYC Snowstorm Today
By Gotham Rex on February 1, 2021
In all, 18 inches could accumulate, and wind gusts could reach 50 miles per hour. Officials advise that people stay inside and avoid travel. Source: New York Times
Snowstorm Expected to Bring Heavy Snow and Snarl Travel
By Gotham Rex on January 31, 2021
Winter storm warnings have been issued from North Carolina to New York. Hazardous travel conditions and heavy snow are expected, forecasters said. Source: New York Times
Weather in N.Y.C.: Snow, Sleet and Freezing Rain
By Gotham Rex on January 26, 2021
A wintry mix is coming to the region, possibly making for a tricky evening commute, and is expected to continue overnight. Source: New York Times
Igloos and Iceless Curling: How New York Hopes to Fight Off a Grim Winter
By Gotham Rex on January 6, 2021
The threat of the virus has transformed outdoor spaces that would normally sit empty during cold-weather months — though some options are priced beyond the reach of many New Yorkers. Source: New York Times
Christmas Eve Brings Blizzard Warnings for Midwest
By Gotham Rex on December 23, 2020
Forecasters predict blizzards in the Midwest. Freezing temperatures in the South. Flooding and power outages in the Northeast. And maybe tornadoes in Florida. Source: New York Times