Notify NYC sez: “Multiple street closures will be in effect throughout Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights tomorrow, Sunday, 4/29/12, from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM, in support of Walk MS.” More details on the event are here. According to the route map the walk begins at the South Street Seaport, circles around a small part […]
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Accident Jams Eastbound BQE at Brooklyn Bridge
If you’re hearing a lot of horn-honking coming from the BQE, Notify NYC explains why: Due to a motor vehicle accident, all eastbound lanes of the Brooklyn Queens Expy are temporarily closed at the Brooklyn Bridge (BK). Expect extensive delays and consider alternate routes. Update: the easbound lanes have been re-opened but, says Notify NYC, […]
That Crunching Sound? Crane on Barge Hits Scaffolding Under Brooklyn Bridge
The Daily News reports that Tuesday evening, a crane carried on a barge ripped into the scaffolding, in place for repair work, under the Brooklyn Bridge. The Daily News story says there are no reported injuries, and no apparent structural damage to the bridge, though it is being inspected. At 9:15, Notify NYC reported that […]
High Wind Warning for Tonight, Tomorrow
This just in from Notify NYC: The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the five boroughs of NYC from 10:00PM tonight to 6:00PM Saturday. Sustained winds between 25-40 MPH with gusts up to 60 MPH are expected. These winds will be capable of bringing down trees, large branches, and power lines. […]
Traffic Delays on Brooklyn Bridge
This just in from Notify NYC: Due to Fire Department activity, traffic on the Brooklyn Bridge is being delayed in both directions. Consider alternate routes. Update: No further word from Notify NYC, but NY 1’s traffic page shows no unusual delays on the Bridge at this time (noon).
Overturned Truck on Eastbound BQE Near Brooklyn Bridge
This in from Notify NYC: Notification issued 01/30/12 at 8:40 AM. Emergency personnel are on the scene of an overturned truck on the eastbound Brooklyn Queens Expressway near the Brooklyn Bridge. As a result, the eastbound Brooklyn Queens Expressway is temporarily closed near Cadman Plaza in Brooklyn. Expect traffic delays and consider alternate routes.
Alternate Side Parking Rules Suspended Tomorrow
Notify NYC has announced that, because of the impending winter storm, alternate side parking rules are suspended tomorrow, Saturday, January 21, citywide. Parking meters and other parking regulations remain in effect.
Billboard Blown Down; BQE Blocked
According to Notify NYC, a billboard has been blown down near the Metropolitan Avenue exit on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway, blocking traffic on the westbound (i.e. those approaching the Heights from the north and east) lanes of the highway. Emergency crews are on the scene; we’ll keep you posted. Update: NY1 has a video. Update-update: Gothamist […]
Strange Message on Your Cell Phone Tomorrow? Don’t Worry; It’s Just a Test
This just in from Notify NYC: Tomorrow between 10AM-3PM, New York City OEM and the federal government (FEMA) will test the Wireless Emergency Alert System, a new system that allows authorized officials to send alerts to enabled mobile phones. Depending on the model of your phone and carrier you may receive TEST messages. These messages […]
Manhattan Bound Brooklyn Bridge Closed
According to Notify NYC as of 7:25 a.m., the Manhattan bound traffic lanes of the Brooklyn Bridge are closed because of flooding. We’ll keep you posted. Update: as of 1:30 p.m., Manhattan bound traffic is restored.
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