tri-state area
Coverage of tri-state area in the Nexus archive.
- Flood watches issued for portions of the tri-state
A flood watch has been issued for much of the tri-state area from 2:00 p.m. Thursday through Thursday night. Low pressure and a trailing cold front are expected to bring multiple rounds of rain, particularly for the evening commute.
- Flood watch in NYC area as heavy downpours set to slam evening commute
A Flood Watch has been issued for much of the Tri-State Area due to forecasts of heavy downpours and potentially severe thunderstorms. These weather conditions are expected on Thursday, affecting the NYC area's evening commute.
- Patchy dense fog in spots of tri-state area early Tuesday morning
Dense fog formed early Tuesday in spots across the tri-state area, particularly north and west of New York City. The National Weather Service forecasters warned that this fog could reduce visibility to half a mile or less within narrow, sheltered high terrain valleys of the Hudson River Valley.
- Heat and humidity return to the tri-state area
High pressure will remain offshore in the Atlantic, bringing heat and humidity to the tri-state area. A Heat Advisory is in effect on Thursday for much of the region, with expectations of hazy, hot, and humid conditions and a chance of scattered showers toward evening.
- Vehicles crushed by trees in Queens during soaking storms
At least two cars were crushed by falling trees in Queens, and there were reports of several other trees down across the city as the worst of the storms moved through the Tri-State area.
- Wet week ahead in NY and NJ with heavy rain expected
The tri-state area is preparing for a week of heavy rain, with New York and New Jersey expected to experience storms and showers starting Monday. A majority of New Jersey is under a flood watch from Sunday through Monday.
- Flood risk brings delays, cancellations at JFK, LGA, EWR
Flood alerts in New York are causing flight delays and cancellations at JFK, LGA, and EWR airports due to heavy rain and thunderstorms. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the tri-state area through Wednesday evening.
- Tracking NY, NJ rain, floods: Timing and areas to be hardest hit
Heavy rain is expected to hit New York and New Jersey on Tuesday, with the National Weather Service issuing a flood watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday. Forecasters predict 2 to 5 inches of rain, with the tri-state area facing the most severe impacts.
- Flood Watch for tri-state area has been extended
A flood watch for the tri-state area has been extended through Wednesday evening due to slow-moving low-pressure systems bringing heavy rainfall. The National Weather Service warns of rainfall rates of one to three inches per hour over the next several days.
- Projected rain totals in NY and NJ: How much will fall near you?
Heavy downpours with multiple inches of rain are expected in New York and New Jersey, prompting a flood watch issued by the National Weather Service for New York City and the tri-state region from Tuesday morning through Wednesday.
- Sunshine before storm threat returns to NYC, tri-state area
Sunday brings sunny, warm weather to NYC and the tri-state area with highs in the low to mid-80s. Storm chances increase starting Monday, particularly affecting the Hudson Valley and western regions.
- 5 confirmed tornadoes hit NJ, NY: What really happened?
Five confirmed tornadoes struck New Jersey and New York during a severe weather outbreak in the tri-state area. PIX11 Meteorologist Mike Masco analyzed the event in a recent 'Forecast Focus' segment.
- NYC storm cleanup underway after severe weather leaves trail of damage
Cleanup efforts are ongoing in the Tri-State Area following severe weather that caused cars to be crushed and roads to flood. The storm has raised questions about whether tornadoes made landfall.
- MTA preps for possible subway floods ahead of severe NYC weather
The MTA is preparing for potential subway flooding as severe weather with heavy rain is expected in the tri-state area. National Weather Service forecasts up to four inches of rain, with peak rates of two inches per hour.
- NYC area braces for more severe storms, flash flooding: Here's when the rain will start
NYC and the Tri-state area are preparing for severe storms and flash flooding as another round of heavy rain is expected to begin on Tuesday. The weather event poses a significant flooding risk to the region.
- Severe weather: When to expect rain and thunderstorms
The tri-state area is preparing for potential flooding due to a frontal system bringing multiple rounds of rain and thunderstorms. A flood watch is in effect from 8 a.m. Tuesday to 2 a.m. Wednesday, with some regions possibly receiving significant rainfall.
- Best temperatures of the year across NYC, the tri‑state; storms return next
Blue skies have returned in NYC and the tri-state area after a cold front cleared clouds, rain, and smoke from Canadian wildfires. Sunday is expected to be one of the best days of the year with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s, though storms are forecasted to return soon.
- Air quality concerns persist across tri-state area due to Canadian wildfires
Air quality in the tri-state area remains very unhealthy due to Canadian wildfires, with New York's AQI at 200 and New Jersey's at 170. Hazy conditions linked to smoke-related pollution persist.
- 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.'