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metro11 days ago•23 min saved

Beloved NYCHA Handyman Leighton Brown Killed by Falling Tree in Brooklyn Nor'easter

Leighton Brown, a 56-year-old New York City Housing Authority maintenance worker known as 'Mr. Fix-it,' died on Saturday, September 26, 2026, when a tree fell on him in East New York, Brooklyn, during a severe nor'easter. Brown was working an unplanned overtime shift near the Cypress Hills Houses complex when the tree struck him around 3:20 p.m. He had recently received a promotion and was in his final week at the location. Residents recognized his body by his distinctive brown rain boots. The storm caused widespread damage across the Northeast, including coastal flooding in New Jersey and power outages affecting over 100,000 households. Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Public Advocate Jumaane Williams mourned Brown, urging residents to report hazardous trees to 311.

via New York Post|

#brooklyn #leighton-brown #metro

metro11 days ago•25 min saved

Nor'easter's Second Wave Leaves NYC in Flood, Kills One, and Strands Thousands

A powerful nor'easter battered the Tri-State area from Friday through Sunday, causing severe coastal flooding, widespread power outages, and one fatality. The storm killed NYCHA worker Leighton Brown in Brooklyn and injured four others, including two children, when a tree fell in a playground. Coastal neighborhoods in Queens and Long Island saw historic flooding, with some residents reporting water levels comparable to Hurricane Sandy. Nearly 40,000 people were left without power at the peak, though utilities have since restored service to the vast majority. Cleanup efforts continue as winds subside but rain persists into Monday.

via New York Post|

#flooding #metro #new-york-city

environment1 month ago•6 min saved

El Niño Arrives Early, SoCal Coast Braces as Long Beach Boardwalk Suffers Massive Waves

Massive waves driven by Hurricane Marie battered Southern California, destroying sections of the Long Beach boardwalk and flooding oceanfront homes, prompting evacuations; with a strengthening El Niño forecast, officials warn coastlines could face worse flooding and erosion this winter, spurring prep work across coastal cities.

via Los Angeles Times|

#coastal-flooding #el-nino #environment

local1 month ago•15 min saved

Hurricane Lowell Leaves Kauaʻi with Flooded Roads and Power Outages

Hurricane Lowell brushed Kauaʻi, triggering heavy surf, flooding and debris that left about 9 in 10 residents without power and damaged roads and utilities; a person was killed on Oʻahu by a falling tree, and officials continued damage assessments and restoration efforts across the island as crews inspect transmission lines and coordinate recovery.

via civilbeat.org|

#hurricane-lowell #kauai #local

bands-and-artists1 month ago•31 min saved

AC/DC Toronto Show in Jeopardy as Storm-Damaged Rogers Stadium Needs Fix

AC/DC’s sold-out September 16 Toronto gig at Rogers Stadium is in doubt after a major storm damaged the venue’s temporary stands, prompting an order to remedy unsafe building conditions. City officials say reconstruction may not be ready in time, casting doubt on the Power Up world tour stop in Toronto.

via Louder|

#acdc #bands-and-artists #live-nation-canada

entertainment1 month ago•5 min saved

AC/DC Toronto Gig Put at Risk as Rogers Stadium Takes Storm Hit

AC/DC’s Sept. 16 Toronto concert is in doubt after a severe thunderstorm caused significant damage to Rogers Stadium, including buckled seating and debris; Live Nation says safety is the top priority and no injuries were reported, with the extent of damage being assessed. The Power Up tour’s Toronto date is among several remaining shows, though no future plans have been announced beyond the assessment.

via Ultimate Classic Rock|

#acdc #entertainment #live-nation

music1 month ago•2 min saved

Bonnaroo Pauses 2027 Edition to Heal Grounds, Plans 2028 Return

Bonnaroo will skip its 2027 edition to let storm-damaged grounds recover after back-to-back years of bad weather; organizers say the festival will return in 2028, following improvements to drainage, roads, and grass to bolster resiliency.

via Pitchfork|

#2027-off #2028-return #bonnaroo

weather1 month ago•2 min saved

Three Tornadoes Hit Chicago Suburbs, Sparking Outages and Cleanup

At least three tornadoes touched down in Chicago area’s south and southwest suburbs, causing widespread damage, uprooted trees, and power outages. Marian Catholic High School in Chicago Heights lost power and had roof damage; Tinley Park’s Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre was damaged; a fire in Frankfort was sparked by downed power lines. About 250 students sheltered at Homewood-Flossmoor High School as storms prompted closures. The National Weather Service is assessing the damage, with more storms possible later, and cleanup is underway across Mokena, Monee, Orland Park and surrounding communities.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#chicago-suburbs #emergency-response #power-outages

local-news2 months ago•3 min saved

Wake County storms leave trail of damage, outages and a fatality

Severe storms swept through Wake County, NC, toppling trees, downing power lines and damaging homes, causing thousands to lose electricity. A 71-year-old man, Mike Ferguson, was killed when a tree fell on his home. Duke Energy reported hundreds of outage events and tens of thousands without power at the peak. Crews worked to clear debris, restore power, and rebuild infrastructure while residents were urged to stay safe and consider trimming trees to reduce future risk.

via ABC11 News|

#fatality #local-news #power-outages

weather2 months ago•39 min saved

Wisconsin poised to help after Northeast storm damage, Evers says

Governor Tony Evers says Wisconsin is ready to assist after a damaging storm swept through Northeast Wisconsin, including a reported tornado near Appleton and Menasha with road closures and downed power lines as responders assess damage. Authorities urge residents to report major emergencies and stay clear of hazards while first responders coordinate aid for those displaced; a heat advisory is in effect in parts of the area, and the forecast calls for warm, humid conditions with improving weather tomorrow.

via WLUK|

#appleton #governor-evers #northeast-wisconsin

national-news2 months ago•23 min saved

Severe Storm Slams Philadelphia, Downed Trees and Widespread Damage

Video shows a line of severe storms moving through Philadelphia, including microbursts that toppled trees, damaged roofs and power lines, and caused scattered damage across neighborhoods.

via WCVB|

#downed-trees #microbursts #national-news

weather3 months ago•3 min saved

Effingham County Tornado Reaches EF3+ With 150 MPH Winds

On June 17, 2026, a Wednesday night tornado in Effingham County, IL reached EF3+ with estimated peak winds of 150 mph, tracking about 26 miles from Beecher City through Shumway, Effingham, and Teutopolis before weakening to EF-2 and lifting north of Island Grove; two injuries were reported and extensive damage occurred to homes, barns and outbuildings along the path.

via thexradio.com|

#150-mph #ef3 #effingham-county

weather5 months ago•3 min saved

Mineral Wells storm leaves tornado-like destruction; aerials reveal extensive damage

A major storm hit Mineral Wells, Texas, causing widespread damage that authorities say may have been from an EF-2 or EF-3 tornado. Aerial images show destroyed homes and businesses and warped trees; at least two people were hospitalized. The city opened a shelter at Mineral Wells High School and is seeking donations at Center of Life as the National Weather Service assesses the damage.

via WFAA|

#mineral-wells #north-texas #palo-pinto-county

business5 months ago•2 min saved

Storm-Damaged Rivian Normal Plant Clouds R2 Timeline

A severe Central Illinois storm damaged Rivian's Normal plant, including Building 2 with a roof collapse in the receiving area; no injuries were reported. The full extent is still being assessed, and it’s unclear whether any R2 tooling or production is affected or how the incident might impact June first drives.

via RivianTrackr|

#business #central-illinois #normal-plant

local5 months ago•5 min saved

Storms Damage Yost Ice Arena, Trigger Widespread Outages in Ann Arbor

Overnight storms battered Southeast Michigan, causing major damage to Yost Ice Arena in Ann Arbor with roof and debris damage, uprooted trees, and about 15,000 power outages; the city logged 75+ emergency calls as schools closed and campus facilities were assessed, with no reopening timeline yet.

via artthreat.net|

#ann-arbor #local #power-outages