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Large tree blocks Powell Avenue in Merrick
Sept. 26, 4:00 p.m.
Large tree falls in front of multiple homes on Powell Avenue in Merrick.
STORM WATCH: Checking out the weather conditions in Lindenhurst
Sept. 26, 3:00 p.m.
News 12's Kevin Vesey checking out weather conditions in Lindenhurst.
Executive Bruce Blakeman provides update on nor'easter
Sept. 26, 2:14 p.m.
Saturday NOR'EASTER update: Stronger winds, more coastal flooding to come?
Sept. 26, 1:40 p.m.
PSEG: More than 13K customers still impacted by power outages
Sept. 26, 1:10 p.m.
More than 13,000 customers are still being impacted by nearly 800 power outages on Long Island, according to PSEG.
Officials remind the public not to go near downed power lines.
If you have an outage to report, call the hotline at 1-800-490-0075. Those who are pre-registered can text “OUT” to PSEG LI.
Click here to view the outage map.
Glen Cove City Mayor talks flood risks, storm management
Sept. 26, 12:15 p.m.
Glen Cove City Mayor Pamela Panzenbeck joined News 12 to discuss the latest local nor’easter impacts.
The damage left on Glen Cove has been minimal so far, according to Panzenbeck.
No areas have seen flooding yet and only one tree has fallen into a road so far.
Branches and other some minor debris can be seen in the yards of nearby homes.
“We’ve been pretty lucky. Our fabulous DPW crews are out cleaning up now as we speak,” she said.
“So far, so good… That doesn’t mean the storm is over. You really should stay home,” she said.
Suffolk County Exec. Romaine talks flood risks, nor’easter response efforts
Sept. 26, 11:11 a.m.
Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and other local officials appeared for a nor’easter press conference at the Office of Emergency Management in Yaphank.
Seven-to-10-foot waves have created a significant erosion risk from the coasts of Fire Island to Montauk, Romaine said.
Three-to-four-foot waves are also expected to cause erosion and flooding along the north shore.
Romaine says EMS and fire calls are double the average since the storm hit today.
“Dedicated county employees are working the phones, handling this and following this storm very carefully,” he said.
Locals are urged to remain indoors and avoid travel as much as possible.
Deputy sheriffs will be out to clear blocked roads, assist flooded areas and help stranded motorists.
Camera towers will keep an eye on weather conditions from above. Drone technology will also be employed to help assess damage as the nor’easter subsides.
Flooding suspends MTA service between Valley stream and Long Beach
Sept. 26, 11:25 a.m.
Long Beach branch service is suspended between Valley Stream and Long Beach due to flooding near Island Park.
The MTA says shuttle bus service is available between Valley Stream and Long Beach.
NICE bus service is also cross-honoring LIRR tickets on the following routes:
N15 bus between Long Beach and Rockville Centre. Customers can transfer to a westbound Babylon Branch train at Rockville Centre.
Click here for NICE bus scheduling, or here for other travel alternatives.
Some flights to and from MacArthur Airport cancelled
Sept. 26, 10:55 a.m.
The nor’easter is beginning to impact flights in and out of MacArthur Airport in Ronkonkoma.
Two departures and the arrivals have been cancelled so far.
To monitor the latest schedule changes, click here.
Fallen tree blocks road in Central Islip
Sept. 26, 10:50 a.m.
A downed tree blocked of Sprucewood Boulevard in Central Islip.
Flood hits streets of Lindenhurst
Sept. 26, 10:30 a.m.
Video shows flood overtake Wyona Avenue in Lindenhurst.
PSEG: Power outages impact over 17K Long Islanders amid nor'easter
Sept. 26, 10:30 a.m.
PSEG Long Island reports nearly 800 outages, impacting more than 17,000 residents.
Those numbers are expected to grow as more heavy rain and wind hit the region.
Officials remind the public not to go near downed power lines.
If you have an outage to report, call the hotline at 1-800-490-0075. Those who are pre-registered can text “OUT” to PSEG LI.
Click here to view the outage map.
Hochul: State is taking ‘All hands-on deck’ approach to nor’easter
Sept. 26, 9:50 a.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul provided an update on nor’easter response efforts during a press conference in Albany.
Although the state is well prepared, Hochul urges public to remain alert and cautious.
Winds could reach up to 60 mph at the height of the storm, she said. Flash flooding and floods along low-lying areas are a serious concern.
Hochul says state agencies are taking a “all hands-on deck approach” to the storm.
Field teams are partnered with Long Island, New York City and lower Hudson Valley. Water rescue teams are also deployed in Suffolk and Nassau counties.
LIPA and PSEG have 900 workers available on Long Island and an additional 500 ready to deploy as needed.
Transportation agencies are keeping a close eye on the storm in New York City, according to Hochul. MTA trains are running as expected so far, but storm doors were set up in Coney Island and Howard Beach to keep floodwater from entering.
Air travel impact is currently minimal, but Hochul says delays are expected as the storm continues to pick up. She encourages those flying to keep a close eye on airport scheduling.
“Bottom line- stay out of the water,” she said. “Anyone who goes in or near the water is literally gambling with their life.”
Marina floods in Mastic Beach
Sept. 26, 9:37 a.m.
Footage from a News 12 viewer shows floodwaters at the Marina in Mastic Beach.
Downed tree blocks road in Melville
Sept. 26, 9 a.m.
A tree toppled by gusty wind was photographed blocking part of Walt Whitman Road early Saturday morning in Melville.
Downed tree suspends MTA service for part of Port Jefferson branch
Sept. 26, 8:30 a.m.
Port Jefferson Branch service is suspended between Huntington and Port Jefferson due to a downed tree on the tracks east of Kings Park.
Westbound:
The 7:04am train from Port Jefferson to Huntington is being delayed at Smithtown.
Eastbound:
The 7:01am train from Huntington to Port Jefferson is being delayed at Kings Park.
To track updates, click here.
Heavy rain pounds Northern State Parkway in Suffolk County
Sept. 26, 8:05 a.m.
Footage of the Northern State Parkway in Suffolk County shows intense rainfall.
A DOT sign can be seen in the background warning drivers about the downpour.
Officials remind the public to be cautious and slow down.
Hempstead Town Supervisor talks intense wind, rain and flooding
Sept. 26, 8 a.m.
Hempstead Town Supervisor John Ferretti joined News 12 to update locals on the latest nor’easter impacts.
The area is seeing bands of heavy, driving rain and wind gusts up to 45 mph, according to Ferretti.
“We have a reported 19 downed trees overnight. Town of Hempstead crews have been out all night getting those trees off the road,” he said.
Ferretti says the town is also experiencing flooding, especially in the Freeport and Island Park area.
Powerful winds down tree near Commack home
Sept. 26, 7:50 a.m.
A News 12 viewer sent in a photo of a downed tree near Fernwood Drive in Commack.
Strong wind gusts lifted the tree out of the ground near a resident’s mailbox.
Town of Southampton declares State of Emergency amid nor’easter
Sept. 26, 7:40 a.m.
The Town of Southampton declared a State of Emergency starting at 6 a.m. Saturday.
Officials say it is due to expected nor’easter impacts including expected beach erosion, flooding, up to five inches of rain and gusts up to 55 mph.
Southampton Village Mayor talks flooding, beach erosion
Sept. 26, 6 a.m.
The East End is expected to be one of the areas hit hardest by the nor’easter.
Southampton Village Mayor Bill Manger joined News 12 to discuss flooding and beach erosion.
PSEG: Power outages impact more than 15K Long Islanders amid nor'easter
Sept. 26, 5:50 a.m.
PSEG Long Island reports nearly 600 outages, impacting more than 15,000 residents.
Those numbers are expected to grow as heavy rain and wind hit the region.
Officials remind the public not to go near downed power lines.
If you have an outage to report, call the hotline at 1-800-490-0075. Those who are pre-registered can text “OUT” to PSEG LI.
Debris from gusty wind disrupts roads in Uniondale, Wantagh and Brookville
Sept. 26, 5:10 a.m.
Powerful wind has already started to create debris, leading to road disruptions in places like Uniondale, Wantagh and Brookville.
News 12 caught footage of a large branch blocking part of the road at the intersection of Mckenna Place and Manor Parkway in Uniondale.
The Town of Hempstead Department of Public Safety says they are aware and a PSEG crew is being sent to check for electrical damage.
A large tree fell between Sunrise and the Southern State on the Wantagh State Parkway Friday afternoon.
State police received the report a little after 3 p.m. The road was clear in just under an hour.
Nassau police say the southbound road of Northern Boulevard and 107 in Brookville was also closed late Friday night due to a downed tree blocking both lanes.
Long Island businesses brace for coastal flooding as water levels rise ahead of storm
Sept. 25, 10:40 p.m.
Glen Cove residents frustrated by chronic flooding brace for nor'easter
Sept. 25, 10 p.m.
Long Island fire departments urge residents to prepare ahead of nor’easter
Sept. 25, 9 p.m.
WEEKEND NOR'EASTER: What to Know About the Storm | NY, NJ & CT Forecast
Sept. 25, 5:45 p.m.
Island Park residents prepare for potential nor’easter flooding
Sept. 25, 5:38 p.m.
Hither Hills, Wildwood campgrounds closed as nor'easter approaches Long Island
Sept. 25, 5:27 p.m.
Gov. Hochul declares state of emergency for Long Island, New York City and Westchester
Sept. 25, 2:49 p.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency for Long Island, New York City and Westchester ahead of this weekend's nor'easter storm.
"Take this storm seriously. Stay alert, avoid unnecessary travel, and text 333-111 for real-time updates," Hochul says.
She says to expect dangerous coastal flooding, strong winds and potential power outages through the weekend.
Nassau, Suffolk executives provide nor’easter update
Sept. 25, 12:20 p.m.
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman, Suffolk County Executive Ed Romaine and other local officials appeared for a nor’easter press conference Friday at the Office of Emergency Management in Yaphank.
Romaine says the storm will be a “serious rain event” creating local flooding in low-lying areas.
Powerful wind gusts up to 50 mph are expected throughout Suffolk County.
Anyone who experiences a power outage is advised to report it to PSEG.
Massive erosion is also expected at local beaches like Smith Point, according to Romaine.
Blakeman says Nassau County should expect continuous rain and gusts exceeding 50 mph.
“This storm will be more impactful than previously thought,” he said.
Downed trees are anticipated, with strong winds continuing Sunday into Monday.
Blakeman says areas such as Lido Beach and Freeport will likely experience more severe weather impacts.
The north shore of Nassau County will also experience residual damage, though conditions will not be as severe as the South Shore.
Blakeman also said the Long Island Fair in Old Bethpage is cancelled tomorrow.
It is set to close at 5 p.m. tonight. Sunday has yet to be determined.
RELATED: Long Island fire departments urge residents to prepare ahead of nor’easter.
South Shore residents fear possible flooding
Sept. 25, 12 p.m.
Nassau County’s South Shore is one area on Long Island that may deal with high tides and flooding from the nor’easter.
It would not be the first time those living in Point Lookout have seen floodwaters.
News 12’s Alex Calamia is at the Buoy Bar with the latest conditions.
IRONMAN cancels triathlon at Jones Beach due to nor’easter
Sept. 25, 11:15 a.m.
On their Facebook page, IRONMAN announced, “In consultation with local authorities, emergency management officials, and public safety agencies, IRONMAN has made the difficult decision not to proceed with the 2026 IRONMAN 70.3 New York triathlon in Jones Beach this Saturday, September 26 due to a coastal storm impacting the region. We will explore options for potentially rescheduling this event.
We recognize the significant commitment athletes have made in preparing for race day, but the anticipated conditions present risks that cannot be mitigated to the standards required to safely operate the event.
Registered athletes will receive a separate communication outlining their options, including details regarding the possibility of a rescheduled event and other available registration alternatives, as those details become available.”
Fire Island Ferries cancel, suspend trips
Sept. 25, 9:20 a.m.
Fire Island Ferries announced new cancellations and suspensions on Friday morning.
All passenger trips from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. today are cancelled, along with Atlantique’s 4:10 p.m. trip.
Following Atlantique’s 10 a.m. trip today, service will be suspended through Sunday and may remain suspended into Monday.
All passenger and freight service is cancelled for Saturday.
For more information, click here.
Coastal flood warning, wind advisory to activate in Town of Riverhead
Sept. 25, 9:15 a.m.
A coastal flood warning and a wind advisory will activate in the Town of Riverhead later today.
The flood warning will run from 6 p.m. today until 6 p.m. Sunday. The wind advisory goes from 2 p.m. today to 6 a.m. Sunday.
Local officials say roads, parking lots, parks, lawns, homes and businesses with basements near the waterfront or shoreline are at risk.
Road closures, downed trees and power outages are also likely.
Residents are advised to call 911 in the event of an emergency or 631-727-4500 for non-emergencies.
Gov. Hochul talks storm response, restoration plans
Sept. 25, 8:30 a.m.
Gov. Kathy Hochul joined News 12 to discuss what local officials and agencies are doing to keep Long Island safe ahead of the nor’easter.
Hochul says she directed state agencies to begin preparing for the storm immediately.
Emergency operations staff have already been embedded for Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Local water rescue teams were also sent preemptively, according to Hochul.
DOT crews are ready to clear any debris created in the storm.
News 12’s Alex Calamia checks out wind, tide conditions in Point Lookout
Sept. 25, 8:15 a.m.
Montauk lighthouse keeper Joe Gaviola talks wind, high tides
Sept. 25, 7 a.m.
Freeport Village Mayor Robert Kennedy talks storm preps, possible flooding
Sept. 25, 6:30 a.m.
Southold Town Supervisor Al Krupski on preps ahead of the nor'easter
Sept. 25, 6 a.m.
Nor’easter brings rough surf to Long Island’s East End
Sept. 25, 5 a.m.
The incoming nor’easter is already being felt along Long Island’s East End, with strong waves and elevated water levels along the shoreline early Friday morning.
Officials are warning of strong northeast winds, high surf, higher-than-normal tides, coastal flooding and beach erosion as the storm moves in.
The Town of Southampton is taking precautions ahead of the storm. Beach driving at all town ocean and bay beaches will be prohibited starting at 9 a.m. Friday through 9 a.m. Tuesday. Four-wheel-drive beach access will not be permitted during that time.
Officials are urging people to stay away from dangerous surf and coastal areas as conditions worsen. News 12 will continue tracking the storm and its impact throughout the morning.
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Nassau leaders prepare for nor'easter
Freeport Village suspends parking regulations ahead of storm
Flood-prone Suffolk areas already see flood during high tide
Suffolk parks close, suspend service
Suffolk is implementing safety measures at their parks.
Beach front camping and outer beach driving is suspended now until Sunday.
Tent camping and campfires will be suspended from Friday night to Sunday night.
Strong winds could damage crops at East End farms
Cross Sound Ferry cancels several trips from Orient to New London this weekend
Several of the Orient Point boats to New London and Connecticut are canceled until Sunday.
Departures remain as scheduled on the Port Jefferson ferry this morning.
According to the ferry's website, any changes this weekend will be posted.
