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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services

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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services

@NYSDHSES

The official account for the NYS Division of Homeland Security & Emergency Services. Text your county or borough to 333111 for real-time emergency alerts.

Albany, NY, USA

Joined January 2010

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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
Jun 10
The SEOC has been activated today through July 20 ahead of the events happening throughout the state this summer. This 41-day activation is the result of many trainings conducted over the last couple of years to prepare and ready our emergency response: bit.ly/4xn0VhT
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
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Thunderstorms are impacting western New York and will continue to expand eastward into central and eastern NY. These storms have produced rainfall rates over 1.00”/hr. Monitor your local forecast and sign up for emergency alerts in your area: dhses.ny.gov/333111.
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
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An important heat safety message from @DHSESCommish. Oh, and by the way… Go Knicks! 🏀
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NWS Buffalo
@NWSBUFFALO
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A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia until 8 PM EDT
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New York State Dept. of Environmental Conservation
@NYSDEC
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DEC and @HealthNYGov have issued an air quality health advisory for ozone today, June 11th, for Long Island and New York City Metro. ☎️ For additional information you can contact the Air Quality Hotline: 1-800-535-1345 👉 Latest AQI forecast: appfactory.dec.ny.gov/AQI/
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
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Rain and thunderstorms are developing across southwestern NY and are quickly moving eastward into central NY. 🌧️ Widespread rain totals near 0.50” are expected 🌬️ Damaging wind gusts may surpass 50 mph 🧊 Hail & flash flooding are possible 📱 Monitor your local forecast
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NYCEM - Notify NYC
@NotifyNYC
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.@nycemergencymgt reminds NYers to prepare for heat & heavy rain 6/11 - 6/12. Basement flooding can happen quickly & be life-threatening. Move to higher ground if needed & STAY OUT of flooded basements. Stay cool & stay hydrated during extreme heat. Info: nyc.gov/beready
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
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It's HOT out there, New Yorkers! 🥵 Make sure you stay safe and hydrated: ▶️ Drink plenty of water, even if you're not thirsty. ▶️ When working outside, drink 8 oz of water every 15-20 minutes. ▶️ Drink water in shorter intervals. ▶️ More tips: dhses.ny.gov/extreme-heat
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
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Replying to @NYSDHSES
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are also expected today across the state. There is a Slight Risk for severe storms in the Mid-Hudson, NYC, and Long Island areas. Damaging wind gusts are the main threat. Locally heavy rain, large hail & isolated flash flooding are possible.
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
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Today will be hot & humid, with temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s. Heat Advisories are in effect for portions of Western NY, Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, Mid-Hudson, Capital Region, Long Island & NYC. Stay cool, hydrated, and safe in this heat: dhses.ny.gov/extreme-heat.
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
Jun 10
Thunderstorms have developed in central and northern NY and are moving eastward across the state. Strong to severe thunderstorms are possible mostly around Interstate-90 through tonight. Localized flooding and damaging wind gusts up to 40 mph are the main threats.
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
Jun 10
#WellnessWednesday: Studies show that breathing exercises are a proven way to help reduce stress. For example, Box Breathing is a 4-second, 4-step breathing technique (inhale, hold, exhale, hold) utilized by Navy SEALs to stay calm, centered & focused under extreme stress.
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NYS Div. of Homeland Security & Emergency Services
@NYSDHSES
Jun 10
These grants help support our State agencies and local partners by ensuring law enforcement and first responders have the resources, training, and equipment they need to prevent harm and keep us all safe.
Commissioner Terry O'Leary
@DHSESCommish
Jun 10
Keeping New Yorkers safe from all threats is our top priority and this commitment from our federal partners in fighting terrorism is critical when it comes to the State's preparedness capabilities. governor.ny.gov/news/governor-…
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