Freeze warning in effect as temperatures plummet across the Tri-State area

A dramatic drop in temperatures is sweeping across the region tonight, with a freeze warning issued from 1 a.m. to 9 a.m. Tuesday. Parts of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut could see readings dip into the 20s, with gusty winds making it feel even colder. FOX 5 NY’s meteorologist Nick Gregory has the latest.

NYC weather forecast

FOX 5 NY's Audrey Puente has the latest, including the forecast for the New York Marathon.

Hurricane Melissa slams Jamaica with 185 mph + winds: Latest

Hurricane Melissa made landfall over Jamaica around 1 p.m. Eastern time as one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes in history. With sustained winds of 185 mph and gusts surpassing 200, the storm tore through the island, leaving widespread damage to homes, hospitals, and schools. Communication remains spotty as the system continues moving toward Cuba. Get the latest track, advisories, and on-the-ground updates from FOX 5 NY’s meteorologists Audrey Puente and Nick Gregory.