Evacuations

Mamaroneck Harbor Oct. 29, 2012 (credit: Monica Miller/WCBS 880)

Cuomo Announces Multiple Bridge Closures As Sandy Wreaks Havoc Across Region

Hurricane Sandy is battering the Tri-State Area, prompting bridge and tunnel closures around New York City.

2012/10/29

New York City Prepares For Direct Hit By Hurricane Irene

Hurricane Sandy Evacuation Orders And Shelter Locations In Tri-State Area

NEW YORK CITY: Mandatory evacuations in effect for residents living in Zone A which includes: • Coney Island, Manhattan Beach and Red Hook and other areas along the East River in Brooklyn; • All of […]

2012/10/29

Breezy Point On Map Of Zone A (credit: http://www.nyc.gov)

Some Residents In Evacuation Zone May Defy Orders To Leave

Bloomberg said that while those who defy the evacuation orders will not be arrested, he cautioned that it would be a selfish decision because it would potentially put first responders at risk if the residents need to be rescued.

2012/10/28

Gov. Chris Christie Holds News Conference Oct. 28, 2012 (credit: CBS 2)

Gov. Christie Warns Against Complacency As Residents Still Cleaning Up From Irene Brace For Damage

While the exact track of the Category One storm is still unclear, “it’s going to make landfall in New Jersey, that’s clear,” Christie told reporters Sunday afternoon.

2012/10/28

After Irene, New York Stock Exchange Will Open Monday

Operators of the historic Big Board and other major U.S. exchanges said they plan to open for trading as usual. Their announcements came after city officials said damage from Tropical Storm Irene wasn’t as severe as feared in New York’s financial district.

2011/08/28