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World Down Syndrome Day is a reminder that inclusion is a responsibility, not a choice. Let’s amplify voices, expand opportunities, and ensure equity for people with Down Syndrome everywhere.

.@NWSNewYorkNY Wind Advisory for NYC: 2:00 PM 3/16-4:00 AM 3/17. 15 to 25mph winds w/gusts up to 50mph expected. Use caution when walking, biking, or driving. Info: weather.gov/okx/. Multilingual & ASL Link: on.nyc.gov/2hkP254. #NYwx

Rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact New York City on Monday as a strong cold front moves through the region. NYCEM has activated the City’s Flash Flood Emergency Plan. Be Ready for Thunderstorms & Rainfall: nyc.gov/beready The severe weather risk remains low but not zero. There is a slight chance of isolated strong storms capable of producing damaging wind gusts Monday evening. Localized flooding is possible, especially in low lying areas, underpasses, and locations with poor drainage. Ponding on roadways may develop during heavier downpours and where storm drains are clogged. Rain may begin Sunday evening around 7 PM and continue overnight into early Monday morning. Periods of moderate rain are likely through the overnight hours and into the Monday morning commute. Conditions become more active Monday as the cold front approaches. Scattered thunderstorms are possible late Monday morning through the afternoon, with the greatest risk for stronger storms during the evening. The most active period is expected between about 6 PM Monday and 2 AM Tuesday as the cold front moves across the region. During this time, heavier downpours, gusty winds, and organized thunderstorms may develop. Rainfall totals across New York City are expected to range from about 1.0 to 1.1 inches on average, with localized amounts up to around 1.25 inches where thunderstorms develop. Most rainfall rates will remain under 0.25 inches per hour, though heavier showers could briefly produce rates near 1 inch per hour. South to southeast winds will increase through Monday, with sustained winds around 15 to 22 mph and gusts that could reach 45 to 55 mph during the evening as the front moves through. Rain and storms gradually taper early Tuesday morning. A brief rain or snow shower cannot be ruled out Tuesday morning as cooler air moves into the region. New Yorkers should allow extra travel time during periods of heavy rain, especially during the Monday evening commute. Avoid driving through flooded streets. Even shallow water can stall vehicles. Secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture or trash bins before winds increase. If thunder is heard, move indoors and stay away from open areas. Clear debris from nearby storm drains if it is safe to do so to help reduce street flooding. Stay informed by checking the forecast and signing up for emergency alerts: nyc.gov/notifynyc

Rain and thunderstorms are expected to impact New York City on Monday as a strong cold front moves through the region. Rain may begin as early as Sunday evening around 7 PM and continue overnight into early Monday morning. Periods of moderate rain are likely through the morning commute. Conditions become more active Monday afternoon as the front approaches. Scattered thunderstorms are possible during the day, with the greatest chance for stronger storms Monday evening. The highest risk period appears to be between about 5 PM and 10 PM Monday. During this time, heavier downpours, gusty winds, and thunderstorms are possible as the cold front moves through the area. Rainfall totals are expected to average around 1 to 1.2 inches across the city, with locally higher totals up to around 1.5 inches where thunderstorms develop. Most rainfall rates will stay under a quarter inch per hour, but heavier showers could briefly produce rates close to 1 inch per hour. Localized flooding is possible, especially in low lying areas, underpasses, and locations with poor drainage. Ponding on roadways may develop during heavier downpours. South to southeast winds will increase during the day Monday and may gust up to around 50 mph during the evening as the front passes. Monday temperatures will reach the low 60s before cooler air moves in behind the front late Monday night. Rain and storms gradually taper overnight Monday into early Tuesday morning. Be Ready for Thunderstorms & Rainfall: nyc.gov/beready New Yorkers should allow extra travel time during periods of heavy rain, especially during the Monday evening commute. Avoid driving through flooded streets. Even shallow water can stall vehicles. Secure loose outdoor items such as patio furniture or trash bins before winds increase. If thunder is heard, move indoors and stay away from open areas. Clear debris from nearby storm drains if it is safe to do so to help reduce street flooding. Stay informed by checking the forecast and signing up for emergency alerts: nyc.gov/notifynyc

Colder air is moving in. Temperatures will continue to fall through the afternoon. Rain is changing to wet snow. Light accumulation is possible on grassy or elevated surfaces, mainly north and west of the city. Looking ahead, a stronger storm system could bring periods of heavy rain and gusty winds late Sunday night through Monday. Colder air follows early next week.

Strong thunderstorms are moving across New York City tonight and will impact Manhattan, the Bronx, and Queens through about 10:45 PM. Storms are moving east around 50 mph with wind gusts up to 40 mph possible. Gusty winds may bring down small tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Brief heavy rain and lightning are also possible. Move indoors if you are outside and secure loose outdoor items until the storms pass. Be ready for thunderstorms: nyc.gov/beready

It's NYC Public Schools Civics Week! Commissioner Agarwal visited Hunter’s Point Community Middle School to speak with 8th graders about civic engagement and disability inclusion. @NYCSchools

.@NWSNewYorkNY Special Weather Statement for BX, MN, QN: Strong thunderstorms and wind gusts of 40mph expected until 10:45 PM. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

.@NWSNewYorkNY Special Weather Statement for Brooklyn and Queens: A strong thunderstorm will impact the area through 12:45 AM. Wind gusts up to 40mph are possible. Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.

MOPD Commissioner Nisha Agarwal joined the Brooklyn Center for Independence of the Disabled for their Ice Cream for Breakfast gathering today, connecting with advocates and community members. Grateful for the conversations and partnership.

NYC Weather Outlook so far: Cold today. Highs around 30 degrees, lows in the high 20s. A system moves in Tuesday morning. Light snow is possible between 8 AM and 11 AM, then it turns to rain Tuesday afternoon through early Wednesday morning. Little to no snow accumulation expected. Temperatures start warming Tuesday. Highs near 40 degrees and staying in the upper 30s overnight. Warmer again Wednesday with highs in the upper 40s, and Thursday reaches around 55 degrees. Overall, expect a wetter pattern late week with more chances for rain. The next likely period of rain looks like early Thursday through Friday morning.

Today is Commissioner Nisha Agarwal’s first day at MOPD! We look forward to advancing accessibility and inclusion for New Yorkers with disabilities as part of the Mamdani Administration’s work to build a more equitable NYC. Read bio here:  nyc.gov/site/mopd/abou…

NYC, another cold snap is headed our way tonight. Here's the latest: Forecast: Lows of 17 degrees tonight. Wind chills hitting 8 degrees. Snow: Possible light snow over the northern part of the city. Warming Centers: Activated. WARM Mobile Units: Operational.  Overdose Prevention Centers: Open overnight on Sunday.  Outreach: Workers out 24/7  bringing homeless New Yorkers indoors.  Get the latest by texting "NotifyNYC" to 692-692.  If you see someone who needs help, call 311 to find the nearest warming center.

American Sign Language (ASL) message: NYC Snow Update   Current snow totals across New York City are 14 to 20 inches, with most locations seeing 16 to 19 inches.   Another 1.5 to 3.5 inches of snow is expected by noon. From noon to 8 PM, snowfall will gradually decrease, but an additional 1.5 to 2.5 inches is still expected.   Total storm snowfall is forecast to reach 19 to 21 inches citywide, with some areas close to 22 inches.   Travel remains hazardous. Please limit travel and allow snow crews to continue operations.    Call 311 for help or information.  Text NotifyNYC to 692-692 for emergency alerts.

Winter Storm: Warming centers are open in NYC. For residents needing relief from cold temperatures, locations and times may be found here: on.nyc.gov/warmingcenters. Call 311 for more information.

.@NWSNewYorkNY Special Weather Statement NYC: Several bands of very heavy snow will likely persist through mid- morning across the area with snowfall rates of 1 - 2 inches per hour, possibly locally higher & northerly wind gusts of 40 - 60 mph will produce blizzard conditions.

If you are currently being impacted by the power outage in the Rockaways, Queens, warming centers are available at Far Rockaway High School located at 8-21 Bay 25th St, Beach Channel High School located at 100-00 Beach Channel Dr, and P.S. 43 located at 160 Beach 29th St.

Evening update:

Temperature: Dropping steadily — lows in the 20s tonight, wind chills near 15°. 

Wind: Gusts reaching 40–50 mph overnight.

Roads: CLOSED at 9 PM through 12 PM Monday. Travel is limited to essential and emergency trips only.

Coastal flood warnings:
• Bronx & Northern Queens: Midnight–5 AM
• Brooklyn, Manhattan, Staten Island & Southern Queens: 10 PM–2 AM Monday

Stay safe, check on your neighbors, and text NotifyNYC to 692-692 for real-time alerts.

NYC public schools: Tomorrow (Mon 2/23) is a full snow day — no remote learning, no logging on. Our first real snow day in seven years.
 This blizzard is serious. Stay inside. Travel ban 9pm–noon tomorrow so crews can keep streets clear. 
After the worst passes, bundle up and enjoy the snow — safely.

City offices will be closed for in-person services on Monday, 2/23. Additional City, State, & Federal government offices, facilities, and service centers may also be impacted. Find the most up-to-date info at on.nyc.gov/SnowInfo.