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Hudson Valley residents are being urged to prepare for a storm expected to hit the area today (October 30). According to forecasters, rain will persist throughout the day and into tomorrow, with some areas potentially receiving up to two inches of precipitation. The Mid-Hudson region is expected to experience poor drainage and coastal flooding, while wind gusts may cause travel disruptions and power outages.
Governor Kathy Hochul has advised New Yorkers to brace for the storm's impact, which includes heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flooding across multiple regions. "As this storm makes its way to New York, I urge everyone to prepare for the forecasted high-speed wind gusts, heavy rainfall, flooding, and possible power outages," Hochul said. She also encouraged residents to enable government emergency alerts on their phones and sign up for text alerts by messaging their county or borough name to 333111.
The storm is expected to bring a mix of rain and wind across New York, with the heaviest rainfall anticipated in the Mid-Hudson, New York City, Long Island, Southern Tier, and Western New York regions. Wind gusts between 40 and 50 miles per hour could affect New York City and Long Island, potentially knocking down trees, damaging power lines, and causing outages.
Motorists are advised to check 511NY.org for real-time traffic updates before traveling. For a complete list of warnings and alerts, visit alerts.weather.gov.