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A 4-foot high concrete wall is going up along a stretch of Far Rockaway. June 19, 2013. (credit: Marla Diamond/WCBS 880)

Storm Protection Measures Going Up Along Part Of Far Rockaway

The storm barrier of more than 7,500 bags filled with 20,000 tons of sand will stretch from Beach 55th Street to Beach 149th Street when the dune construction project begins next month.

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Newark Firefighters Hold Drill For Combined Hurricane And Terror Attack

The Newark Fire Department held a drill Saturday to ensure preparedness for the most horrifying of disasters.

2013/04/06

A delivery man crosses Third Avenue on the east side of Manhattan January 21, 2012 during the first snow storm of the year in New York. (Photo credit: STAN HONDA/AFP/Getty Images)

CBS New York’s Severe Weather Guide

As our area braces for another bout of winter weather, Tri-State Area residents are being urged to prepare themselves for the possibility of a severe snow storm.

2013/03/06

Dog In Post-Sandy Shelter (Photo Credit: ASPCA/Facebook)

Hurricane Sandy Emergency Pet Shelter Seeks Volunteers Over New Year’s Holiday

The ASPCA and the Mayor’s Alliance for New York City’s Animals are looking to rally their troops over the New Year’s holiday to help pets displaced by the superstorm.

2012/12/28

A man aboard a PATH train in the Hoboken station - Dec. 19, 2012 (credit: CBS2)

Partial PATH Service Resumes At Hoboken Station; NJT Discontinuing Ferry Service

After about six weeks, there is light at the end of the tunnel for residents of the “Mile Square City.”

2012/12/19

A damaged home in Manhasset (credit: India Gray via Facebook)

Sen. Schumer Warns Insurance Companies Against ‘Playing Games’ With Sandy Victims

Schumer said the difference between a hurricane and a tropical storm for insurance purposes could be very costly to homeowners who have already lost so much.

2012/11/11

NYC Shuts Down Of All Subway And Train Service

At a news conference, Cuomo announced MTA subway service, Metro-North trains and LIRR service will be shut down as of 7 p.m. Sunday. Additionally, final bus service end at 9 p.m.

CBS New York–2012/10/28

Hurricane Sandy Track As Of 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28, 2012 (credit: National Hurricane Center)

Experts: Up To 60 Million To Be Affected When Sandy Makes Landfall

“We’re looking at impact of greater than 50 to 60 million people,” said Louis Uccellini, head of environmental prediction for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

2012/10/28

Emergency command vehicles lined up outside a hurricane conference in Uniondale, NY on Wednesday, May 30, 2012. (credit: Mona Rivera/1010 WINS)

Officials Meet On L.I. To Discuss Hurricane Preparedness

More than 600 first responders, emergency managers and elected officials from the region are attending the two-day conference on hurricane preparedness in Uniondale, sponsored by the Long Island Power Authority.

2012/05/30

A flooded street is seen at Farmingdale State College - Farmingdale, NY - Oct 1, 2010 - Photo: Sophia Hall / WCBS 880

Study Shows Long Island Most At Risk For Hurricane Storm Surge Flooding

A study released Tuesday, says Long Island would suffer some $99 billion in damage by a direct hurricane storm surge.

2011/05/04

Academics To Dissect Bob Dylan At Fordham Conference

Academics from around the country will examine the implications of the song “Hurricane” and others during “Bob Dylan and the Law,” a conference presented by Fordham University’s law and ethics center and Touro Law School.

2011/04/02

Hurricane Karl is seen from a DC-8 aircraft - Sep 17, 2010 - Photo: NASA

Summer Ending, But Not Hurricane Threat

Weather Services International is reminding us that the northeast coast remains at twice the average risk for a major hit through November.

2010/09/22

People watch the rough surf off the Montauk lighthouse on September 3, 2010 in Montauk, New York. (credit: Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Earl Preps May Hit LIPA Customers’ Wallets

The Long Island Power Authority was more than ready when Hurricane Earl breezed past Long Island last week. However, the utility’s customers might have to pick up the tab.

2010/09/08