ALBANY, NY (October 30, 2025) — The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services is actively monitoring ongoing weather impacts across the state, particularly coastal flooding and widespread rain.
On Oct. 30, 2025, DHSES posted that Coastal Flood Advisories are active for the Mid-Hudson region, Westchester, New York City, and Long Island through tonight. Recommendations include staying tuned to local news for flooding updates, knowing evacuation routes, following orders, and never driving through floodwaters.
Earlier on Oct. 30, DHSES noted widespread rain and winds up to 45 mph affecting the state through Friday, with advisories from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for portions of the Mid-Hudson, Westchester, NYC, and Long Island. Residents are urged to stay weather aware and sign up for local alerts.
DHSES maintains dedicated pages for hurricane safety and flood risks, emphasizing preparation amid an active 2025 Atlantic season forecast with above-normal activity per NOAA.
Key resources include a #HurricaneStrong family guide for the season, plus tools like NOAA’s Coastal Flood Exposure Mapper to assess personal flood risk.
Alert systems include NY-Alert for free emergency notifications, including severe weather warnings. Residents can text their county or borough with no spaces to 333111 for real-time texts.
Flood safety tips state never drive on flooded roads; prepare evacuation plans; check flood zones via FEMA’s map service.
If in a flood-prone area, monitor the National Weather Service for updates on any tropical remnants.
This article was drafted with the aid of Grok, an AI tool by xAI, under the direction and editing of Robert Cox to ensure accuracy and adherence to journalistic standards.
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