tri-state area
Coverage of tri-state area in the Nexus archive.
- Air quality reaches 'code red' status in the tri-state area
A code red air quality alert is in effect for New York City, Long Island, and parts of New Jersey due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. Air quality index levels are expected to reach unhealthy conditions in the tri-state area.
- New York City air quality, Canadian wildfire smoke latest: LIVE updates
Canadian wildfire smoke returned to the Tri-State area on Thursday morning, affecting New York City's air quality. Live updates are being provided on the situation.
- Canadian wildfire smoke expected to affect tri-state area
Canadian wildfires in western and northwestern Ontario are expected to push smoke into the tri-state area starting late Wednesday due to shifting upper-level winds, causing visibility restrictions through Friday. The smoke's impact is anticipated to last into Friday.
- Drought continues for tri-state area despite recent rains
The tri-state area remains below average in rainfall despite recent heavy rains that caused flooding in New York and New Jersey, with the drought persisting. The rains did little to resolve the long-term drought conditions.
- Communities picking up the pieces after destructive storms hit tri-state area
A powerful storm caused extensive destruction in New Jersey, leading to emergency declarations, building collapses, and widespread power outages affecting thousands of residents.
- Rainfall totals in NY, NJ: How much fell in your area?
The tri-state area experienced intense rainstorms causing flooding, power outages, a roof collapse in New Jersey, and a bus crash injuring at least a dozen people. Flash flooding affected roadways, businesses, and homes in New York and New Jersey, leading to flight disruptions.
- Heavy rain, flash floods, power outages bring chaotic Monday commute to NYC area
An intense storm system caused flash floods, power outages, and downed trees, disrupting the Monday morning commute in New York City and surrounding areas.
- Storms and rain continue to batter the tri-state area
Storms and heavy rain have caused damage in the tri-state area, including downed trees and road debris in New York City. A flood watch remains in effect as more rain is expected, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani advising residents to avoid flooded roads.
- Extreme heat subsides in NYC, NJ, but storm threat remains
Extreme heat has subsided in New York City and New Jersey, but severe weather is forecasted to impact the tri-state area. Conditions remain muggy, with attention shifting to the threat of another round of storms.
- Heavy rain, flooding threat for tri-state area
The tri-state area faces increased chances of showers and storms following a cooldown after a heat wave, with a growing threat of flooding. Temperatures have dropped to the 70s in the New York City area, providing a break from recent extreme heat.
- Trees down, NJ Transit service disrupted after storms move through Tri-State
A powerful storm caused trees to fall and disrupted NJ Transit service in the Tri-State area. The storm moved through the region on Friday evening.
- Powerful storms cripple NJ Transit service, leave trail of damage in the Tri-State
Powerful storms disrupted NJ Transit service and caused damage across the Tri-State area on Friday evening. The storms were fast-moving but intense, impacting transportation and infrastructure.
- Heat, humidity continues into July 4th, severe storm threat in place
Extreme heat and humidity persisted across the tri-state area on July 4th, driven by a high-pressure system in the Tennessee Valley. Central Park recorded an afternoon high of 98 degrees.
- Storms threaten NYC, NJ through holiday weekend
Storms are expected to threaten New York City and New Jersey through the holiday weekend, following extreme heat and humidity in the tri-state area. Thunderstorms could develop Friday evening into Friday night as a trough affects the region.
- NJ Transit commutes thrown into chaos as extreme heat causes delays, cancellations
NJ Transit is experiencing delays and cancellations due to equipment issues caused by an extreme heat dome affecting the tri-state area.
- Triple-digit temps expected for the tri-state area next few days
A dangerous heat wave is expected to affect the tri-state area starting Wednesday, with afternoon temperatures reaching the mid-90s and some inland areas approaching 100 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning through Friday.
- How NYC will help residents stay safe in extreme heat
New York City is addressing extreme heat expected to last through July 4, with temperatures peaking at 109 degrees. The city is providing safety measures for residents during the dangerous heatwave.
- New Yorkers at highest risk of tick bites: Fordham
New Yorkers are at the highest risk of nymphal or adult deer tick bites, according to Fordham. The tri-state area is currently experiencing elevated tick activity, as reported by PIX11.
- Extreme heat coming to NYC: Free pools to cool off
Extreme heat is expected in New York City and the tri-state area, with temperatures reaching the 90s and near triple digits before the Fourth of July and America 250 celebrations. Free pools will be available to help residents cool off during the heatwave.
- Early morning showers give way to slow clearing in NY, NJ
A cold front brought severe weather to parts of the tri-state area, leading to unsettled conditions on Tuesday morning with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Afternoon partial clearing is expected, but temperatures will remain below average.
- Dangerous rip current risk extended in tri-state area
A high rip current risk has been extended through Friday along the south-facing shores of Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island. The National Weather Service warns that life-threatening rip currents are likely in the tri-state area.
- N.J. breastfeeding service providers face pay cuts with UnitedHealthcare insurance’s lactation billing change
UnitedHealthcare will reimburse lactation consultants only once per visit for private insurance plans starting September 1, reducing providers' income by half. This policy change affects New Jersey consultants like Danielle Tropea, who rely on dual billing to cover costs and serve families, and aligns with federal recommendations to eliminate 'duplicate payments.'
- Severe storms down power lines across Hackensack, Tri-State area
Severe storms caused power outages by downing power lines in Hackensack and the Tri-State area. Powerful winds uprooted large trees across neighborhood blocks in New Jersey.
- Temperature records broken in the tri-state area
New York City experienced a record high temperature of 95 degrees on Thursday, breaking a 1984 record of 93 degrees. Other areas in the tri-state region also set new temperature records.
- Another day of extreme heat before threat of strong storms, damaging winds returns to NYC
New York City faces another day of extreme heat and humidity, with heat index values near or above 100, followed by potential strong to severe storms with damaging winds and isolated flash flooding. A heat advisory is in effect through Friday afternoon, covering most of the tri-state area except parts of Long Island and mountain regions. Cooler air is expected by Monday, with drier conditions improving the weekend forecast.
- Air quality alert issued for NYC: what to know
An Air Quality Alert has been issued for the tri-state area by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, effective from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday. The Air Quality Index is expected to exceed 100, indicating high pollution levels.
- Newark activates Code Red as heat indices soar
Newark has activated a Code Red due to extreme heat, with heat indices reaching up to 102 degrees from noon on Thursday until 8 p.m. on Friday. Officials warn of the extreme heat and poor air quality in the tri-state area.
- Dangerous heat expected for the tri-state area
A Heat Advisory will be in effect Thursday for the tri-state area, including all five boroughs of New York, the Hudson Valley, and most of New Jersey, with heat index values reaching up to 100 degrees.
- The northern lights may be visible in NY tonight
The northern lights may be visible in parts of New York and the northern Hudson Valley tonight due to a strong geomagnetic storm, according to NOAA. A map highlights the best areas for viewing.
- Summer-like heat on the horizon for the tri-state area
New York City is expected to experience summer-like temperatures with afternoon highs in the 90s starting Thursday through Saturday. Some areas may approach record high temperatures on Friday and Saturday according to climate data.
- A change of season arrives in the tri-state area Monday
June 1 marks the beginning of 'meteorological summer' in the tri-state area, a seasonal designation used by climatologists and meteorologists. This differs from the astronomical calendar, which is more widely recognized for seasonal transitions.
- Clock is ticking for SNAP recipients as rule changes hit
SNAP recipients in the tri-state area, particularly adults living alone without children, face potential loss of benefits starting June 1 due to new rules. The changes target individuals aged 18 to 64 in neighborhoods like Harlem.
- Rain making Memorial Day travel messy
Rain and traffic delays disrupted Memorial Day weekend travel in the Tri-State area, with heavy congestion on bridges and highways. Crashes on Interstate 80 near Elmwood Park and the Meadowbrook State Parkway caused injuries and further traffic snarls.