New York City Office of Emergency Management
Coverage of New York City Office of Emergency Management in the Nexus archive.
- New York air quality set to remain unhealthy through the weekend
New York City's air quality is expected to remain unhealthy through the weekend, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) forecast of 151-200 on July 18. The New York City Office of Emergency Management issued an Air Quality Health Advisory, warning that the conditions are unhealthy for everyone, particularly sensitive groups.
- After Two Decades, Beloved Senior Center Shutters in Brooklyn
The Ocean Parkway Older Adult Center in Brooklyn, a city-funded senior facility operating for over 20 years, closed after its landlord Ahi Ezer Housing Development Fund Corp refused to renew its lease. The center, which served as a cooling site during a heatwave, faced disputes over attendance claims, with staff and users arguing against the landlord's assertion of low turnout.
- Severe storms could bring flooding to NYC over the weekend
Severe storms could bring flooding to New York City and the lower Hudson Valley this weekend, prompting storm watches and travel advisories. The New York City Office of Emergency Management has issued a travel advisory for Saturday as storms are expected to impact the area Saturday evening through early Sunday morning.