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The North Lansing Fire Station (1189 Auburn Road) will host the next Citizen Preparedness Corps training in Tompkins County on Monday, August 11th at 6:00pm. Register at prepare.ny.gov
Today and Saturday will be a rinse and repeat of yesterday with isolated to scattered showers and thunderstorms popping up, mainly during the afternoon and evening. At this time the threat for any severe storms is low. The chance for showers/storms increases Sunday. #NYwx #PAwx
We had a full house Tuesday night for the Citizen Preparedness Corps training at Museum of the Earth. There were 65 people in attendance. The next class locally be Aug. 11th at the North Lansing Fire Station. Register at prepare.ny.gov #CPC #PRI #lovelivingathome
A Heat Advisory has been issued for 11AM to 8PM Thursday.
After low humidity and cool temperatures the past couple of days, today will mark the beginning of a warmup with highs in the lower to mid 80s. Thurs. will be hot and humid with highs in the mid 80s to lower 90s and heat indices in the mid to upper 90s for some areas. #NYwx #PAwx
The heat returns Thursday! #NYwx
Today will feature more spectacular late July weather with temperatures slightly below normal, low humidity, and plenty of sunshine! The rest of the week will be progressively getting warmer and more humid, with hot and humid weather expected on Thursday and Friday. #NYwx #PAwx
UPDATE: The class on July 22nd at the Museum of the Earth has reached its max capacity and registration is CLOSED. But there is still space in the August 11th training at North Lansing Fire Station. prepare.ny.gov
Stay safe during extreme heat by knowing the signs and ways to respond to heat exhaustion and heat stroke: 🌡️ Move to a cooler area. 🥤 When working in the heat, drink 24-32 oz of water per hour. 👕 Wear light clothing & sunscreen. 🚑 Call 9-1-1 for emergency medical care.
#HeatAdvisory in effect Wednesday beginning at 11am
Heat will build back into the region tomorrow/Wednesday. Heat Advisories have been issued for some counties in Central NY, but very warm and humid conditions are also expected outside of the advisory areas. #NYwx #PAwx
High pressure moves into the area today bringing mostly sunny skies and warm, muggy conditions. #nywx #pawx
Flash Flood Warning including Berkshire NY, Richford NY and Slaterville Springs NY until 5:00 PM EDT
Slow moving and back building storms are once again expected to develop across the S Tier, NEPA and Catskills this PM. A Flood Watch is in effect from 12pm through the evening hours. Some of the T-storms today could become severe, with damaging winds as the main threat.
Watch out for signs of heat stroke, and seek medical attention immediately. Signs of a heat stroke are: • Extremely high body temperatures • Red, hot, and dry skin with no sweat. • Rapid, strong pulse • Dizziness, confusion, or unconsciousness.
Hot and humid today with heat indices in the mid 90s to low 100s. If planning outdoor activities, drink lots of water, take frequent breaks in the shade and wear light, loose fitting clothing. PM storms could produce heavy rain which may lead to isolated flash flooding.
Scattered showers and storms are expected to develop this afternoon and evening (mainly from 1-8pm) with a few of those storms potentially becoming strong to severe. Damaging winds and hail would be the main concerns with any isolated severe storm. #NYwx #PAwx
Severe thunderstorms could impact several areas of the state this afternoon & evening. Be prepared by following these thunderstorm safety tips and by texting your county or borough to 333111 for real-time emergency & weather alerts. 🔗 More safety tips: dhses.ny.gov/thunderstorm
Multiple weather hazards expected today! Be prepared for what mother nature may throw your way! - A Heat Advisory is in effect from 11am to 8pm. - Heavy Rain and Flash Flooding will be possible this PM. - T'storms could produce strong to isolated damaging wind gusts.
Hot and humid today! Heat indices between 95-100 in the Finger Lakes and Mohawk Valley have necessitated a Heat Advisory from 11am to 8pm today. If you will be outdoors, take precautions and be prepared! Drink lots of water and take frequent breaks in the shade or somewhere cool.
All of us at #DoER wish you a safe, fun, and memorable 4th of July holiday weekend!
The next Citizen Preparedness Corps training in Tompkins County will be offered Tuesday, July 22nd at the Museum of the Earth, sponsored by the Paleontological Research Institution (PRI) and Love Living at Home (LLH). Pre-register at prepare.ny.gov
Best chance for severe storms will be east and southeast of the Finger Lakes. #nywx
Warm and muggy today with scattered rain showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Some of these storms may become strong to severe, with damaging wind gusts as the main threat. Heavy rain with these storms could also lead to isolated flash flooding.