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Snow, rain, freezing temperatures possible for Monday morning commute
NEW YORK — Folks heading back to the office on Monday may be in for a snowy commute. After a cloudy and mild Sunday, temperatures are expected to drop sharply overnight and tumble down below freezing by Monday morning. Some forecast models suggest a southern storm may move north enough during that time to provide […] → Read More
Thunderstorms, damaging winds to hit tri-state
Severe storms are heading up to the tri-state area Sunday night, the National Weather Service announced. The system could also bring damaging winds and hail. A Severe Thunderstorm warning is currently in effect for Middletown NY, Kiryas Joel NY, Oakland NJ until 9:00 p.m. → Read More
Winter weather advisory for parts of tri-state area as spring fling comes to slushy end
Saturday might have felt like spring is on the way, but an impending storm means parts of the tri-state area could see snow and sleet on Sunday. A winter weather advisory is in effect in northwest New Jersey, the Hudson Valley and Connecticut, as it might be cold enough in far inland suburbs for the precipitation to start as snow and sleet. → Read More
Winter Storm Warning issued for tri-state area as late-season snowstorm targets New York region
Watch: Gov. Cuomo briefs the public ahead of Sunday's storm. Perhaps Mother Nature was saving the worst for last? In a season notable for little snow, the tri-state area area woke up to news Sunday that the National Weather Service has upgraded the region to a Winter Storm Warning, all but confirming that a substantial storm is on the way. → Read More
Sunday snowstorm likely to be biggest yet; Over six inches expected in some areas
A snowstorm expected to hit the tri-state area Sunday night will possibly be the biggest in the latest series of snowfalls. Each of the last three systems have been getting bigger. First we got under 1 inch on Thursday morning. Then just 1.5 inches on Friday morning. → Read More
Heat advisory in effect for parts of Tri-State area
NEW YORK— After several days of tropical humidity and downpours, the weather will change a bit over the next several days but not in a more comfortable way. A big Bermuda High in the Atlantic is going to push westward and drive the temperatures higher. → Read More
It’s no April Fool’s joke! Springtime storm could bring more snow to tri-state
NEW YORK — Say it isn't snow! It may be April 1, but it's no April Fool's joke — another round of snow is headed our way. The city has issued a snow alert for early Monday as wintry weather is expected. → Read More
This viral Hurricane Irma forecast is fake; here are the facts:
NEW YORK — A viral forecast predicting Hurricane Irma will deal a devastating blow to an already ravaged Texas is fake. Facebook user Joe Maley posted the graphic, emblazoned with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration logo, on social media. → Read More
Bitter cold weekend sweeps in ahead of possible major storm
NEW YORK — A brutal cold has moved in along with powerful wind gusts that'll make for a painfully frigid weekend — leading up to a potential major storm next week. Saturday will be a a mix of sun and clouds and maybe a few flurries as temperatures drop into the 20s. The snow still around from Friday is likely to stick around through the weekend as Sunday’s weather will be quite similar. → Read More
Bitter blast of cold brings first snow of the season to tri-state area
NEW YORK — The streak of unseasonably warm weather came to an abrupt end over the weekend when temperatures plunged, bringing snow to parts of the tri-state. A sharp cold front pushed through tri-state area Saturday night and caused temperatures to drop more than 20 degrees within two hours. → Read More
Is Hermine still a threat to the tri-state area?
NEW YORK — Tropical Storm Hermine's track has shifted east but officials say there is still concern about the storm's impact. Hermine was steadily moving away from the East Coast through Sunday afternoon but is now slowing down and just may very well make that anticipated left hand turn bac... → Read More
Flash Flood Warnings issued across New Jersey as heavy rain pummels area
NEW JERSEY — The National Weather Service has issued several advisories as thunderstorms and heavy rain sweep the New Jersey area Saturday afternoon. Storms have developed in the warm and humid air… → Read More
Freeze Warning issued as temperatures could hit record low
NEW YORK— Sunshine and spotty showers accompanied gusty winds and chilly temperatures Sunday. Wet snowflakes actually mixed in over the higher elevations of the western Poconos and northern Catskil… → Read More
April snow showers: Snow expected in the tri-state this weekend
NEW YORK — April showers, and possibly snow showers, are expected in the tri-state area this weekend. An unusually cold day is on tap to start the weekend. The normal high for this time of ye… → Read More
Arctic air bringing ‘life-threatening’ cold to Northeast
The Northeast braces for "life-threatening" temperatures as bitter cold arctic air blows through much of the Northeast this weekend. More than a dozen states are currently in a wind chill advisory ... → Read More
Nor’easter to hit parts of NJ, Long Island and Connecticut Monday while second storm brews in Canada
NEW YORK — The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Warnings and advisories in parts of the tri-state area as a nor'easter intensifies for Monday. A Winter Weather Advisory has been iss... → Read More
NYC Department of Sanitation issues snow alert for Monday
NEW YORK -- A snow alert for Monday has been issued by the NYC Department of Sanitation for the tri-state area. The alert is to prepare crews for the possibility that sanding, salting and potential... → Read More
Snow dusts parts of Tri-State area
NEW YORK -- It's snowing! Looks like Winter has finally arrived in the Tri-State as parts of the area saw a dusting of snow Sunday afternoon. Although it looks pretty coming down --- in places like... → Read More
When will it feel like winter?
NEW YORK — The last six months have seen temperatures above normal. It has been most notable the last two months when temperatures have run as much as 10 to 20 degrees or more above normal. The pat... → Read More
Hurricane Joaquin picks up strength, moves out to sea
NEW YORK — Hurricane Joaquin held sustained strong winds at 145 mph Saturday evening making it a category 4 storm. Winds were close to 155 mph earlier Saturday so there was some weakening over the ... → Read More