NYC Emergency Management

09/05/2026

On Friday at City Hall, Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed two Executive Orders honoring those impacted by 9/11 and strengthening NYC’s emergency preparedness.

The orders establish September 11 as NYC’s official Day of Remembrance and Service and create the City’s first Continuity and Mission Assurance Team (CMAT), modernizing continuity planning and helping ensure essential services continue during emergencies.

NYCEM Commissioner Christina Farrell and First Deputy Commissioner Benjamin Krakauer joined the Mayor for this important moment — marking 25 years of continuity planning, from Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) to Continuity and Mission Assurance Team (CMAT).

A major milestone for NYCEM and emergency preparedness across New York City.🗽

09/04/2026

September is National Preparedness Month! These are just some of the preparedness materials and swag you can expect at NPM events! 🎒📚 Learn how to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your community before an emergency especially for hurricanes and flash flood. 
 
📅 See the last slide for our in-person events and all the ways you can get prepared this September.
 
💻 Check out all National Preparedness Month events online at nyc.gov/npm.

09/04/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Elizabeth O’Donnell of NYC Emergency Management on being named one of International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)IAEM -USA’s 2026 40 Under 40 honorees!
 
Elizabeth is being recognized for her leadership, innovation, community involvement, and contributions to the field. We’re proud to see Elizabeth recognized for her dedication to emergency management and the communities she serves. Her leadership and commitment to the profession are helping shape the future of emergency management in New York City and beyond. 👏
 

09/03/2026

📢 Want to help your community become more prepared and resilient?

Join NYC Emergency Management for a Strengthening Communities Information Session to learn how your organization can apply for the program, including eligibility requirements, program benefits, and what community and faith-based coalitions should consider before applying.
 
💰 The Strengthening Communities program offers unrestricted grant funding to community networks to strengthen emergency preparedness plans and support local resilience efforts.
 
📅 Wednesday, September 16 
⏰ 12 PM–1 PM 
💻 Join us online
 
Learn more and register:
on.nyc.gov/infosession1

09/01/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Brooklyn & Staten Island until 7:15 PM on September 1st. 60mph winds expected. If outdoors during a storm, move inside and away from windows. Stay OUT of flooded basements. weather.gov/okx. Multilingual & ASL Link: on.nyc.gov/2gDw5L2.

ينبغي شحن بطاريات الهاتف الخلوي وجمع الإمدادات وضبط عداد الثلاجات والمجمدات على وضع أكثر برودة. عليك البقاء دائمًا بعيدًا عن خطوط الكهرباء الواقعة على الأرض. إذا تأ...

09/01/2026

⚠️ Severe Thunderstorm Watch for NYC: Until 12:00 AM on 9/2.
 
💧Rain is moving into the city tonight through Wednesday, with the potential for some flooding in localized spots. Flooding is NYC’s most dangerous public health threat and it can happen quickly within minutes. 
 
Don’t wait. Now is the time to get prepared for potential flooding:

1️⃣. Make a plan
2️⃣. Pack a Go Bag. Include medication, cell phone chargers, and copies of any important documents you may need. 
3️⃣. Stay Informed: get important emergency updates by signing up for Notify NYC. Text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692.

If you live in a basement, you can sign up for special basement alerts at nyc.gov/notifynyc. 
 
For more information on how to stay stafe in flooding, visit nyc.gov/floodprep

09/01/2026

Keeping New Yorkers safe takes preparation, partnership, and resources.

Today, NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Christina Farrell joined Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani in calling for the full restoration of $87 million in federal funding for intelligence, security, training, equipment, and preparedness. At NYCEM, this funding is critical to staffing, the monitoring of major incidents, emergency alert systems, supply stockpiles, and rapid response coordination during emergencies.

09/01/2026

🌧️ NYC Weather Update: Possible heavy rain and thunderstorms today could lead to rapid flooding, especially in basements. ⚠️ Rain will continue till this Thursday.
Be prepared to move to higher ground or a higher floor if needed. Stay OUT of flooded basements, they can be extremely dangerous.

🚗 If you must travel, use caution and never drive or walk through flooded roadways. Plan for extra time when traveling.

Stay prepared and stay informed. Sign up for Notify NYC by texting NotifyNYC to 692-692 and sign up for Basement Alerts at https://on.nyc.gov/3Q6UNH6 📱

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09/01/2026

Five years ago, Hurricane Ida changed New York City forever.

For communities across Southeast Queens and beyond, Ida brought devastating flooding and loss but also showed the power of neighbors coming together, organizing, and building resilience.

Hear from the New Yorkers who experienced Ida firsthand and learn how our communities are preparing for the next storm.

Know your risk. Make a plan. Stay informed.