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84th Precinct Hurricane Advisory

October 29, 2012

Capt. Maximo Tolentino, new Commanding Officer of the 84th Precinct, has released this advisory:

1340 Hours: In connection with hurricane Sandy, staffing at the 84th Precinct has been consolidated into 2-12 hour tours, allowing for better coverage during this emergency. Since yesterday, 0700 hours, 84 Precinct personnel have been continuously visiting all areas looking for dangerous conditions and taking corrective action as necessary. Residential and commercial locations located in Zone “A” have all been visited. Public announcements directing an evacuation are also being made and recommended. There is 1 shelter, located at 285 Jay Street, confines of the 84th Precinct, that is currently housing approximately 35 people. There is room for upwards of 600 People. All critical care patients have been visited. If you elect not to evacuate, I recommend that for the duration of the storm that you stay indoors. Any emergency should be called into 911. Stay dry- stay safe.


Source: Brooklyn Heights Blog
http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50259

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Few Doors Open Monday Along Montague Street Retail Corridor

October 29, 2012

At noon Monday, a vast majority of restaurants and retailers along Brooklyn Heights’ Montague Street corridor were shuttered for the day. Among those open: Custom House, Connecticut Muffin, Subway, Lassen & Hennig, Heights Deli & Convenience, Le Pain Quotidien, Montague Street Bagels and, uh, Verizon Wireless(?). Key Food was also open, with lines out the door as customers were methodically let in.

Several businesses—including Ricky’s NYC, Armando’s, Thai Kitchen and The Heights Salon—failed to heed Homer Fink’s missive that taping windows is basically bunk. The only damage seen… so far… was a toppled newspaper box at the corner of Montague and Henry streets. More pics below. (Main image: Hanco’s/CT)


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50231

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NYC Schools Remain Closed Tuesday

October 29, 2012

In his 11:30 a.m. storm status report Monday, Mayor Bloomberg announced that NYC Public Schools will remain closed tomorrow.


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50221

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Hurricane Sandy Updates: Keep Up With Storm’s Brooklyn Progress

October 29, 2012

Lots of information about Hurricane Sandy is flowing on the Cobble Hill Blog’s sister Brooklyn Heights Blog. See continuing coverage of storm-related news and local info here and here, including statements from the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce and borough President Marty Markowitz. Also: lots of local images as the storm progresses.


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http://cobblehillblog.com/archives/7967

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Taping Windows for #Sandy is Total Bull

October 29, 2012

This missive was originally prepared for Hurricane Irene and we thought it was a good idea to republish here:

BHB regular commenter/voice of reason “Hoppy” notes in our Hurricane Irene Open Thread that taping your windows to prevent breakage seems silly. Well according to the premiere urban fable busting site Snopes.com, he’s right. It’s total bull. Continue Reading…


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50194

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There Will Be Garbage Pickup in Brooklyn Heights Monday

October 29, 2012

This just in from the BHA:

CHANGING REPORT: The garbage trucks ARE coming around in all sections of the Heights today. Overnight, the local garage information has changed. As of 8:30 a.m., I’m hearing that our garage will run “full service”, and recycling pick ups will take place as well. I am sorry for the confusion. Let’s hope the storm is not as bad as expected.

Judy Stanton, BHA Executive Director


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50167

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Brooklyn Borough Prez Markowitz Weighs In On Hurricane Sandy

October 29, 2012

Brooklyn Borough Prez Marty Markowitz has posted a statement for Brooklyn residents regarding Hurricane Sandy. See his full statement here. He advises, “Forecasters expect Sandy to have more far-reaching impacts than Irene, so residents need to remain vigilant, follow directives of the city and emergency officials, and remain home if not under an evacuation order. Brooklynites are tough but it’s important to use common sense and err on the side of caution. I know our borough and city will band together, help our neighbors, and weather the storm.” See the link for webbie, Facebook and Twitter resources, as well. (Graphic: CT)


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No Garbage Collection In Brooklyn Heights Until Further Notice

October 29, 2012

Brooklyn Heights Association Executive Director Judy Stanton shares with BHB: “The word from our local NYC DSNY garage superintendent is that he does not expect to be picking up garbage Monday during the day shift. The garage that services Brooklyn Heights is located in the flood evacuation zone, making collection suspensions likely until the storm subsides.”

In addition, Monday recycling is canceled, most likely all week. Please do not put it out until further notice. Stanton will share updates about garbage collection as the week progresses, adding, “Superintendents will have a difficult time planning ahead, but in the interest of keeping Brooklyn Heights clean, we ask them to hold back garbage until it is certain to be picked up.” Further, if garbage has been put to the curb, she asks to bring it behind front railings, “and do everything necessary to prevent it from becoming airborne during the worst hours of the storm.”

In addition, please keep in mind that public trashcans along streets will also not be emptied as the storm endures.


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50091

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It’s 9 O’Clock. You Know Where Your Storm Center Is?

October 29, 2012

The waiting continues, as Hurricane Sandy continues barreling Northeast, with “unheard of” winds already reaching 75 mph. The storm is moving 15 mph, and could make landfall anywhere between Sandy Hook, N.J., and Delaware. “Once it arrives, a high-pressure system will have the effect of a cork in a bottle, sealing the storm in the area so it can’t escape,” reports CBS 2 meteorologist Lonnie Quinn.

Meanwhile, the BH Promenade is eerily quiet and virtually deserted, while the BQE was spooky desolate, as area residents hunker down for predicted rains of 5-9″ and sustained winds of 40 mph, with gusts up to 80 mph, which could persist for up to 36 hours. Quinn says, “It’s like giving this storm a Monster energy drink.”

Last year, Hurricane Irene dumped 11 inches of rain over 3 to 7 hours, as opposed to “Frankenstorm’s” predicted 24-36 hour lockdown. Photos below. (Chuck Taylor)


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/50053

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Calm Before The Storm: Key Food Aisles Virtually Cleared As Residents Prepare

October 28, 2012

As one might expect, hundreds are rushing to neighborhood groceries to scoop up what appears to be enough staples for the remainder of the year. A stop by Key Food on Montague Street around 1 p.m. Sunday revealed a checkout line that more closely resembled the Court Street Trader Joes—wrapping all the way from the front aisles around the entire back of the store. Bread, veges, milk, eggs… gone! Spirits, however, were high, as smiles were in abundance amid the mob scene. And speaking of spirits, a clerk at nearby Montague Wine said that sales were “crazy.” Food… check! Booze… check! More images below. (Photos: Chuck Taylor)


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http://brooklynheightsblog.com/archives/49944

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