Special Weather Statement issued March 28 at 2:58PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
The combination of high temperatures in the upper 70s to lower 80s, southwest winds of 15 to 20 mph with frequent gusts of 25 to 35 mph, relative humidity values of 30 to 35 percent, and lack of wetting rains over that last 4 days will create an elevated risk for brush fire spread across the region Saturday morning into afternoon. Exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any fires that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly. This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state
Coastal Flood Statement issued March 29 at 5:54AM EDT until March 30 at 1:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level expected in vulnerable areas near the waterfront and shoreline. * WHERE...Southern Fairfield County. * WHEN...From 10PM EDT tonight to 1AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Brief minor flooding of the most vulnerable locations near the waterfront and shoreline due to elevated water levels. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Potential for minor coastal flooding again around time of high tide Sunday night.
Special Weather Statement issued March 26 at 4:06PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
The combination of low relative humidity values between 20 and 30 percent and wind gusts 20 to 25 mph will create an elevated risk for fire spread across the region on Thursday. Exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any fires that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly. This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire and land management officials.
Special Weather Statement issued March 26 at 4:07PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
The combination of low relative humidity values between 20 and 30 percent and wind gusts 20 to 25 mph will create an elevated risk for fire spread across the region on Thursday. Exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any fires that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly. This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire and land management officials.
Special Weather Statement issued March 26 at 4:02PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
The combination of low relative humidity values between 20 and 30 percent and wind gusts 20 to 25 mph will create an elevated risk for fire spread across the region on Thursday. Exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any fires that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly. This forecast considered meteorological, fuel, and land conditions, and has been developed in coordination with CT fire and land management officials.
Special Weather Statement issued March 24 at 11:42PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Patchy dense fog is being observed, with visibilities dropping as low as 1/4 mile. Some improvement is expected after 2 AM. Motorists should use low beam headlights and remain alert for rapidly changing visibilities. Allow extra time to reach your destination.
Small Craft Advisory issued March 24 at 11:13AM EDT until March 25 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 5 to 8 feet. * WHERE...Sandy Hook NJ to Moriches Inlet NY out 20 nm. * WHEN...Until 6 AM EDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued March 24 at 11:13AM EDT until March 24 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...South winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt. * WHERE...Long Island Sound east of Port Jefferson and New Haven, Peconic and Gardiners Bays, and South Shore Bays from Jones Inlet through Shinnecock Bay. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Gale Watch issued March 23 at 11:55AM EDT until March 24 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet. For the Gale Watch, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet possible. * WHERE...Fire Island Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Small Craft Advisory issued March 23 at 11:55AM EDT until March 23 at 3:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 20 kt and seas 3 to 5 feet. For the Gale Watch, south winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and seas 6 to 9 feet possible. * WHERE...Fire Island Inlet NY to Montauk Point NY out 20 nm. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 PM EDT this afternoon. For the Gale Watch, from Monday morning through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.