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As the temperatures continue to drop, Rochester city and Monroe County leaders shared some new resources for folks struggling to stay warm. In Rochester when temperatures drop below 32 degrees, a “Code Blue” is enacted. This means additional services are offered to protect folks from the frigid temps. This year, those opportunities are expanding. “So, […]
Traffic Alert: Due to heavy lake-effect snow, I-90 westbound is closed from Exit 59 (Dunkirk–Fredonia–NY Route 60) to the Pennsylvania state line. Additionally, a ban on tandem trucks and empty commercial vehicles is in effect from Exit 53 (Buffalo–Canada–Niagara Falls–I-190) to the PA state line. Motorists should expect delays and consider alternate routes. Rochester Area: […]
A weak La Niña is expected to develop this winter, significantly influencing weather patterns across the U.S. La Niña, marked by cooler ocean temperatures in the Pacific, typically alters storm tracks and jet stream patterns, resulting in wetter conditions in the northern U.S. and drier weather in the South. This winter, the Pacific Northwest, Midwest, […]
The Security Secretary told reporters earlier this week that FEMA can meet immediate needs but doesn’t have enough money to make it through the hurricane season. Last week Hurricane Helene hit the Southeast part of the country killing 160 people. Hurricane season runs between June 1st through November 30th. Mayorkas says FEMA doesn’t have funding to […]
The National Weather Service has confirmed that a brief EF-0 tornado touched down in Canandaigua on Monday afternoon, registering maximum winds of 75 mph and a track length of 0.7 miles. Chief Meteorologist Eric Snitil provided live coverage of the Tornado Warning and later assessed the damage reports, which included snapped poles and toppled trees. […]
It was confirmed by the National Weather Service that Canandaigua was hit with a tornado earlier this week. National Weather Service confirms EF0 tornado touched down in Canandaigua (13wham.com)
The Department of Public Health recommends the following: Stay Hydrated: Drink 2-4 glasses of water per hour, even if you are not thirsty. Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol. Stay Cool: If possible, stay inside with air conditioning. Fans may not cool you off when it is this hot. If you do not have air conditioning, seek out […]
A massive heatwave is hitting the Midwest and Northeast U.S. this week, with dangerously high temperatures expected. Here’s how to stay safe and recognize the signs of heat stroke: How to Stay Safe: Stay Indoors: Remain in air-conditioned spaces as much as possible. Limit Outdoor Activities: If you must go outside, do so in the […]
Rochester, NY, is currently under a flood watch as a result of heavy rainfall, with temperatures staying in the 40s. The flood watch encompasses areas from Rochester to Buffalo, including Monroe, Livingston, Wyoming, Genesee, Orleans, and Erie counties, and is expected to remain in place through Thursday afternoon. Forecasters predict over an inch of rain […]
As much of the U.S. gears up for the April 8th solar eclipse, many wonder if instead of clear skies, we’re greeted with clouds, rain, or even snow? For Rochester, NY, and similarly unpredictable weather locales, cloudy skies might spell disappointment for the highly anticipated eclipse. If the weather forecast predicts overcast skies, locals might […]
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