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Beginning at 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission, will hold a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts.
In light of the heavy rain in the New York City metropolitan region today, Governor Hochul has declared a State of Emergency in New York City, the Hudson Valley and Long Island due to the significant rainfall and flooding in the area.
Columbia University will conduct a semi-annual test of its emergency text message notification system on Thursday, October 5. To test the system, we will send a test message mid-morning, via text. The test message will also be delivered via email to the entire Columbia community. The test message will contain the text: “TEST: This is a test of the Columbia text notification system. No action is needed.”
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning beginning at 11 a.m. today (July 27) through 9 p.m. Friday (July 28). You can stay safe and help Columbia conserve energy by following these simple steps during the heat wave and throughout these hot summer months.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for New York City on 6/28.
The Air Quality Health Advisory due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires in effect for the New York City region has been extended through the end of the day tomorrow (Friday, June 9). Current health guidance suggests wearing properly fitted, high-quality masks (e.g., N95 or KN95) when outdoors to help reduce exposure and to limit outdoor activity as much as possible.
An Air Quality Alert due to smoke from the Canadian wildfires remains in effect for the New York City region through the end of the day Thursday, June 8. Current health guidance suggests wearing properly fitted, high-quality masks (e.g. N95 or KN95) when traveling outdoors for significant periods to help reduce exposure and to limit outdoor activity as much as possible. With that guidance in mind, there will be normal operations on Columbia’s campuses on Thursday, June 8.
If you are currently in the New York City region, the Canadian wildfires are continuing to significantly impact the air quality in our region. The National Weather Service has issued an Air Quality Alert for the New York City region, and the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has extended its Air Quality Health Advisory for New York City until the end of the day tomorrow (Thursday, June 8).
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for New York City and its surrounding areas, in effect beginning 6 p.m. the evening of February 27 through 1 p.m. February 28.
An arctic cold front is forecast for New York City beginning today, Friday, February 3 through Saturday, February 4. Extreme cold weather and high winds make buildings highly susceptible to dangerous or damaging situations, such as frozen pipes, flooding, flying debris and more.
In light of the news about a package that detonated at Northeastern University in Boston, resulting in minor injuries to one member of their staff, we encourage community members to consult the full list of tips if you observe a suspicious or abandoned package or object.
Information and guidance regarding the multi-country outbreak of monkeypox.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for New York City and its surrounding areas, in effect until 8:00 p.m. EDT on Monday, May 16.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for New York City and its surrounding areas, in effect beginning Saturday, March 12 at 9:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m.