New York state officials issued a health advisory on Saturday, July 26 as wildfire smoke drifting from Canada significantly reduced air quality across several regions, including New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and the Adirondacks. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and Department of Health (DOH) declared an Air QualityContinue reading “Reduced air quality prompts New York State officials to issue a health advisory”
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New York City braces for dangerous heat wave, with ‘feels-like’ temperatures nearing 105°F
New York City is preparing for a dangerous stretch of extreme heat this weekend, with officials warning that the heat index could reach as high as 105°F on Friday, creating hazardous conditions for millions of residents. City officials have issued heat advisories and activated emergency protocols in anticipation of the spike in temperature and humidity.Continue reading “New York City braces for dangerous heat wave, with ‘feels-like’ temperatures nearing 105°F”
New York state officials halt a key offshore wind transmission initiative
New York state officials have abruptly halted a key offshore wind transmission initiative, citing continued delays in federal permitting processes and mounting concerns over the long-term financial burden on ratepayers. The plan, spearheaded by the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC), would have established a shared transmission network to link offshore wind farms toContinue reading “New York state officials halt a key offshore wind transmission initiative”