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Greetings Neighbor!

Please be advised that we have a weather alert for high winds and flooding. Although hurricane season has left us, global warming is letting us know that seasons can be extended. Please take note of some of the action items for preparedness. Be safe and Be well!

The National Weather Service has issued the following:

What: Coastal Flood Warning

Where: Queens South

When: 9:00 PM on 12/17 to 6:00 PM on 12/18

Hazards: Inundation of 1.5 to 2 feet above ground level is expected to cause beach erosion and widespread moderate flooding of vulnerable shore roads and/or properties.

Preparedness Actions:

1. If you are in a basement, prepare to move to a higher floor during periods of heavy rain.

2. Do not drive your vehicle or walk into areas where water covers the roadway as the water depth may be too great to allow you to cross safely.

3. If you lose power and have a disability, access and functional needs, or use life-sustaining equipment (LSE) and need immediate assistance, dial 911.

4. Avoid driving through or coming in contact with flood waters. Six inches of fast flowing water can knock you off your feet, and as little as one foot of rushing water can carry away a car. There could be pollutants in the water or other hazards that you cannot see.

5. Coastal flood waters could damage your vehicle. Move your car to higher ground and wash your car thoroughly if it makes contact with flood waters. 

6. New York City residents, please call 311 if you encounter flooding that makes roads impassable, causes property damage, or persists for more than 48 hours.

   Before an Outage 

   - Charge cell phones

   - Gather supplies

   - Turn refrigerators/freezers to a colder setting 

   During an Outage

   - Stay clear of downed power lines

   - Turn off all appliances

   - Keep refrigerator & freezer doors closed

   - Do not use generators indoors

PSE&G: (800) 490-0025

National Grid: (800) 930-5003