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The Meadowbrook Parkway flooded during Aug. 14’s torrential rainstorm, stranding many motorists. Planners say that residents should evacuate early in the event of hurricane, knowing that there could be major flooding on the roads.

The flooding rains that hit Long Island’s South Shore on Aug. 14 might be a preview of what could happen if a hurricane were to strike here. That’s why County Legislator Dave Denenberg, a Democrat from Merrick, hosted a hurricane-preparedness seminar last Wednesday at the North Bellmore Library. more

By Deirdre Krasula | 8/23/11

Before the punishing winds blow

Long Island is due for at least an indirect hit by a hurricane, and the prime time for one is just a few weeks away. The Island feels the effects of a major ocean-borne storm nearly every three … more

8/18/11

Sen. Fuschillo calls for audit of LIPA’s $30M Earl bill

Following reports that the Long Island Power Authority spent an estimated $30 million on Hurricane Earl, leaving customers to potentially face a rate increase, New York State Sen. Charles Fuschillo Jr. and other area lawmakers requested this past week that State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli conduct an audit of LIPA’s handling of the situation. more

9/13/10

Beaches are open for business as usual for the rest of the holiday weekend.

From Herricks to Hempstead Hurricane hardly happens

Sept 4: Fears of extensive flooding, power outages and property damage fizzled on Friday as Hurricane Earl passed far enough out to sea that Nassau County suffered little more than scattered beach flooding. Even Jones Beach State Park, where extensive flooding was reported, had some areas open for swimming today and the Stone Temple Pilots concert planned for tonight at the Nikon at Jones Beach Theater will take place as scheduled. more

9/4/10

Long Beach is one of ten beaches that have been closed due to high seas and strong currents due to Hurricane Earl travelling up the coastline.

Ten Nassau beaches closed as hurricane goes up coastline

Ten South Shore beaches in Nassau County are closed to swimmers, as high seas and strong riptides continue while Hurricane Earl makes its way up the coastline. more

Mike Caputo | 9/3/10

Lawrence to formulate emergency plan

The Lawrence village administration is working to create an emergency management plan that would be activated during natural disasters and other emergencies. Nassau County Red Cross CEO Frank Cassano … more

Lori Gross | 5/19/10

Local leaders and emergency personnel discussed the next big Long Island storm

Are we prepared for the next big storm?

Little more than a month after a storm that ranked among the largest in Long Island’s history, some local legislators gathered at Adelphi University on April 15 to ask, Are we prepared for the next big storm? more

Matthew Hampton | 4/21/10

Driving on the South State near Valley Stream Thursday afternoon was getting more difficult as the wind-blown rain made visibility poor.

Severe nor'easter pounds Nassau

An intense nor’easter, packed with heavy snow and strong winds, is affecting our area and will continue through Friday. more

2/24/10

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