Four more NJ counties added to Ida Major Disaster Declaration

Governor Phil Murphy announced that residents of Essex, Hudson, Mercer, and Union counties will all now have access to federal assistance to help with recovery and rebuilding.

After Ida, small businesses face uncertainty on many fronts

Small businesses from Louisiana to Connecticut are facing an uncertain recovery after being walloped by Hurricane Ida and its residual rains and flooding last week.

US records hottest summer since the Dust Bowl, NOAA says

The last seven Julys, from 2015 to 2021, have been the hottest seven Julys on record, said NOAA climatologist Ahira Sanchez-Lugo.

More storms take aim at New York City area

The morning rush hour could be a wet one as a line of storms moves through the tristate area on Thursday.

Flooding possible in areas recovering from devastating storm

Some areas still reeling from devastatingly deadly flooding brought on by the remnants of Hurricane Ida could see flooding, again, Wednesday.

FEMA promises to help flood victims — but federal aid is limited

FEMA is brought in to help support city and state governments in providing assistance. But before FEMA can help you, you have to file a claim with your insurance company.

President Biden surveys storm damage in New Jersey and Queens

President Joe Biden will survey damage in parts of the northeast that suffered catastrophic flash flooding from the remnants of Hurricane Ida.

Major disaster declarations for 6 NJ counties, 5 in NY following Ida's destruction

President Joe Biden approved major disaster declarations Monday greenlighting federal aid for people in six New Jersey counties and five New York counties affected by devastating flooding.

Pipeline broken during Hurricane Ida causing Gulf oil spill identified

Divers at the site of an ongoing oil spill that appeared in the Gulf of Mexico after Hurricane Ida have identified the apparent source.

Community pitches in to help Westchester family whose home was destroyed by Ida

One Westchester family may have lost their home during last week's flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Ida, but they are saying they know they're lucky to be alive.

Gov. Hochul signs request for Major Disaster Declaration following Ida devastation

If approved by President Joe Biden, the declaration would make federal relief funding available to local governments and New Yorkers affected by the storm.

Larry churning in Atlantic Ocean as category 3 hurricane

Larry intensified to a category 3 hurricane this weekend, sustaining winds near 115 mph. And it’s expected to remain a “major hurricane” for several more days.

Connecticut State Trooper swept away in Ida died of blunt trauma

Sgt. Brian Mohl died early Thursday after calling for help in Woodbury during flooding set off by the remnants of Hurricane Ida.

Ida Recovery Service Centers open across NYC

The service centers will be open beginning Saturday, September 4 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and will provide resources and in-person support to people affected by the storms.

Did 'warning fatigue' play a role in Hurricane Ida flooding deaths?

Experts call it “warning fatigue,” and no one can be sure what role it might have played in a tragedy that killed at least 49 people when the remnants of Hurricane Ida swept through the northeast.

Cow gets stuck in tree in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida flooding

Workers rescued a cow wedged in a tree southeast of New Orleans that became stuck following severe flooding brought to southern Louisiana by Hurricane Ida.

NYC plans new evacuation and alert system after deadly flooding

New York City will develop a new evacuation plan and an alert system for basement apartment residents to get them to evacuate during potential flooding incidents.