#WeatherAlert: The #NationalWeatherService has issued a Wind Advisory for #NYC in effect from 2/24 6:00 PM to 2/25 4:00 AM. The advisory has been issued for sustained winds of 25 - 35 MPH with gusts between 45 - 50 MPH.
Department of Buildings advises property owners, crane operators & contractors to take precautionary measures in preparation for the high winds. All cranes must be secured.
During periods of high winds, residents should use caution when walking or driving high profile vehicles. Winds at these speeds can cause flying debris, turn unsecured objects into projectiles, and cause power outages. To prepare, charge cell phone batteries, gather supplies, and turn refrigerators and freezers to a colder setting. Always stay clear of downed power lines. If you are affected by an outage, turn off all appliances and keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage.
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Department of Buildings advises property owners, crane operators & contractors to take precautionary measures in preparation for the high winds. All cranes must be secured.
During periods of high winds, residents should use caution when walking or driving high profile vehicles. Winds at these speeds can cause flying debris, turn unsecured objects into projectiles, and cause power outages. To prepare, charge cell phone batteries, gather supplies, and turn refrigerators and freezers to a colder setting. Always stay clear of downed power lines. If you are affected by an outage, turn off all appliances and keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed to prevent food spoilage.
#Weather #NYCDoB #NY
2 Construction Workers Killed in Queens Crane Accident
#Queens — Two construction workers were killed Tuesday when a crane snapped and the beam it was hoisting fell on top of them, a city official said.
The two workers were killed at the construction site at 81-10 134th Street near Union Turnpike around 12:10 pm, the official and an #FDNY spokesman told @JewishNews.
The #NYCDoB will investigate at the scene, according to a spokesman.
#Queens — Two construction workers were killed Tuesday when a crane snapped and the beam it was hoisting fell on top of them, a city official said.
The two workers were killed at the construction site at 81-10 134th Street near Union Turnpike around 12:10 pm, the official and an #FDNY spokesman told @JewishNews.
The #NYCDoB will investigate at the scene, according to a spokesman.
#Williamsburg: Worker Critically Hurt in Fall at Domino Sugar Factory Building Site: #NYCDoB
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Worker Critically Hurt in Fall at Domino Sugar Factory Building Site: DOB
The worker fell four stories at 325 Kent Ave. Friday morning, officials said.