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Feb 08
Traffic Advisory- LIE and Sunrise Highway Closed to All Non-Emergency Vehicles
published by rtorres
11:00pm, Feb 08, 2013

Traffic Advisory

Please be advised that the Long Island Expressway and Sunrise Highway are closed to all non-emergency vehicles in Suffolk County due to the severe weather.

Authority: Edward Webber, Commissioner
Suffolk County Police Department

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As Seen on FiOS1, Long Island Expressway, Snow, Storm, Suffolk County, Winter, Nor'easter 2013, Transportation, Weather
Feb 08
NJ Transit to Suspend Some Rail, Bus and Access Link Service Due to Winter Storm
published by rtorres
10:40pm, Feb 08, 2013

NEWARK, NJ — Due to rapidly deteriorating weather conditions and in the interest of customer and employee safety, NJ TRANSIT will be suspending some bus, rail and Access Link service later this evening. Customers are advised to check njtransit.com for the latest service information.

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Feb 08
Governor Cuomo Announces MTA LIRR Suspends Service East of Speonk on Montauk Branch
published by rtorres
10:20pm, Feb 08, 2013

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced tonight that the MTA Long Island Rail Road has suspeneded service on the Montauk Branch east of Speonk for safety reasons due to snow accumulation and visibility issues.

The 8:53 pm Montauk train from Jamaica, which receives passengers from 8:30 pm trains from Penn and Atlantic Terminal, will be terminated at Speonk.

Service will be restored as soon as it is safe to do so.

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As Seen on FiOS1, LIRR, Long Island, MTA, Snow, Storm, Winds, Winter, Nor'easter 2013, Transportation, Weather
Feb 08
LIRR Urges Customers in New York City to Head Home Early
published by tvineeth
01:39pm, Feb 08, 2013

The MTA is urging Long Island Rail Road customers in New York City to plan to leave for eastbound trips in the early afternoon, before the brunt of the forecast snowstorm begins to hit the region.

For the safety of customers, the LIRR will suspend service if snow accumulations reach between 10-13 inches. Crews will be out in force to clear tracks and the third rail used to power electric trains.

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As Seen on FiOS1, Blizzard, Long Island Rail Road, Nor'easter, Schedules, Snow, Storm, Nor'easter 2013, Community, Transportation, Weather
Feb 08
Mangano Activates Non-Emergency Hotline
published by tvineeth
01:13pm, Feb 08, 2013

The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for our area with significant snowfall expected over the next 24 hours. Accordingly, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano activated the County’s Non-Emergency Hotline which will remain open throughout the duration of the storm. Residents with non-life threatening emergencies can continue to call 888-684-4274 for assistance. All those with life threatening emergencies should call 911.

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As Seen on FiOS1, Blizzard, Noreaster, Snow, Storm, Nor'easter 2013, Community, Politics, Weather
Feb 08
Suffolk Sheriff’'s Office Offers Advice to Residents
published by tvineeth
11:47am, Feb 08, 2013

The County Sheriff’'s Office has actively engaged all assets in preparation for the arrival of the blizzard expected to hit Long Island with tremendous force this evening and throughout the overnight hours. Sworn personnel, emergency vehicles and inmate work crews all stand ready.

Suffolk Sheriff Vincent F. DeMarco stated, “This is a dangerous storm which will likely produce power outages, and since road travel will be very dangerous, residents should have a plan in place to stay warm and safe under these conditions.”

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As Seen on FiOS1, Nor'easter, Snow, Storm, Suffolk County, Nor'easter 2013, Community, Weather
Feb 08
Mangano Opens Additional Warming Centers In Nassau
published by kvigo
05:29am, Feb 08, 2013

As temperatures plummet across the region, Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano has opened additional Warming Centers for residents to find comfort during the day. The County will continue to identify new locations for warming centers and announce their openings. County Executive Mangano has strongly advised all residents without power to utilize his Friends and Family Sheltering Plan or utilize one of the County’s 24-hour shelters.

24-Hour Shelters

  • Nassau County Community College
  • Levittown Memorial High School
  • Farmingdale High School
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    As Seen on FiOS1, Nassau County, Nemo, Snow, Storm, Storm Preparations
    Feb 08
    Suffolk County Opens Charging, Warming Stations as Snow Storm Nemo Approaches
    published by kvigo
    05:26am, Feb 08, 2013

    William J. Brosnan School

    Northport-East Northport School District, 158 Laurel Ave, Northport

    Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Sunday and Monday

    American Legion Hall

    7 Woodside Ave Northport

    9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Sunday

    Dix Hills Ice Rink

    Dix Hills Park

    575 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills

    Open: Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

    Monday to Friday: 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

    Salvation Army

    East Northport Service Center

    319 Clay Pitts Road, East Northport

    Seven days: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

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    As Seen on FiOS1, Nemo, Snow, Storm, Storm Preparations, Suffolk County, Weather
    Feb 07
    Storm Hotlines for Nassau County
    published by rtorres
    03:21pm, Feb 07, 2013

    Nassau County Non- Emergency Hotline for the Storm: 1-888-684-4274
    Winter Storm Housing Assistance hotline: 1-866-WARM-BED

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    As Seen on FiOS1, Nassau County, Snow, Storm, Storm Preparations, Weather
    Oct 27
    Statement from Nassau County Executive Edward P. Mangano on Hurricane Sandy Preparation
    published by rtorres
    08:11pm, Oct 27, 2012

    “The National Weather Service models indicate that Hurricane Sandy continues to threaten Nassau County with a dangerous coastal storm. Accordingly, I am declaring a State of Emergency based on information received and discussions I had with the National Weather Service. Current weather models predict record storm surge will impact Long Island. Accordingly, I am putting all residents that reside in storm surge zones on heightened alert. We are expecting record storm surges – with current models predicting surges greater than Tropical Storm Irene. Experts predict between 4 to 8 feet of storm surge. A High Wind Watch was issued just a short time ago - as high winds will begin late Sunday night into Monday and Tuesday.

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    As Seen on FiOS1, Edward Mangano, Emergency Plan, Evacuation, Hurricane Sandy, Nassau County, Rain, Severe Weather, Storm, Wind, Tracking Sandy

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