Feb. 28, 2026
New York Burn Ban Takes Effect in Mid-March
Annual prohibition aims to reduce wildfire risk as temperatures rise and humidity drops.
Feb. 23, 2026
Experts Offer Tips to Keep Pets Safe During Blizzard in NY, NJ
Protecting furry friends from cold, snow, and dangerous conditions during major winter storm.
Feb. 22, 2026
NY Attorney General Warns of Price Gouging Before Winter Storm
Letitia James issues consumer alert as another storm approaches the state.
Feb. 12, 2026
Olean Opens Warming Center Amid Bitter Cold
The John J. Ash Community Center will provide respite from frigid temperatures on February 15th.
Feb. 10, 2026
NYC Warns of Falling Ice, Safety Risks as Temperatures Rise
Emergency management issues alert as snow and ice begin to melt across the city.
Feb. 9, 2026
Washington Co. Officials Urge Fire Safety Amid Recent Blazes
Extreme cold weather blamed for nearly a dozen fires in the past two weeks
Feb. 8, 2026
Bayport Fire Department Hosts Ice Rescue Training Ahead of Super Bowl Weekend
Responders from across the tri-state area gather in Bayport for advanced ice rescue drills as 'no ice is safe ice'
Feb. 7, 2026
NYC Expands Efforts to Keep Residents Safe During Dangerous Cold
New warming centers, shelters, and outreach workers deployed as city braces for season's coldest night
