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The New York Times has published tracking maps following Typhoon Surigae, one of the strongest storms recorded early in the 2021 Pacific typhoon season. The maps chart the typhoon's position and projected movement across the western Pacific. Surigae intensified rapidly over open waters, drawing attention from meteorologists and residents monitoring its potential impact on islands in the region.
- 2Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine Addresses UN General Assembly●Statement by Hilda Heine, President of the Marshall Islands, at the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Hilda Heine, President of the Marshall Islands, delivered a statement during the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. As leader of a low-lying Pacific nation, her address comes at a session where climate change and sea-level rise remain central concerns for small island states. The remarks were circulated by international news outlets covering the annual gathering of world leaders in New York.
- 3Malta's Prime Minister Addresses UN General Assembly●Statement by Robert Abela, Prime Minister of Malta, at the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly
Robert Abela, Prime Minister of Malta, delivered his country's statement at the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. As head of a small island state and a sitting UN Security Council non-permanent member until recently, Abela's remarks draw attention to Malta's positions on international peace, security and multilateral cooperation.
- 4Advocates Push Mental Health Diversion for Rikers Inmates▼Advocates Push Mental Health Diversion as Thousands at Rikers Need Treatment
Advocates are calling for mental health diversion programs instead of incarceration at New York City's Rikers Island jail, where thousands of people in custody reportedly need mental health treatment. The push reflects growing criticism that the jail system is being used as a de facto mental health facility, with reformers arguing treatment-based alternatives would be more effective and humane.
- 5Nor'easter kills one, floods New York area with power outages▼At least 1 dead as powerful, slow-moving nor'easter causes flooding, power outages to NYC, Long Island, New Jersey
A powerful, slow-moving nor'easter slammed the New York City area, Long Island and New Jersey, causing coastal flooding and widespread power outages. At least one person has died as a result of the storm. The storm's slow pace is prolonging the flooding and leaving residents without electricity as officials respond to the damage across the region.
- 6Nor'easter threatens Jersey Shore and Long Island with flooding▼Nor'easter threatens Jersey Shore, Long Island with flooding
A nor'easter is bearing down on the New Jersey Shore and Long Island, with forecasters warning of coastal flooding as the storm moves through the region. ABC7 New York reports the storm poses a flood risk to shoreline communities. Residents in low-lying coastal areas are being warned to prepare for possible inundation as conditions deteriorate.
- 7Nor'easter batters Jersey Shore with coastal flooding and powerful winds▼Coastal flooding, powerful winds from nor'easter batter Jersey Shore
A nor'easter is hammering the Jersey Shore, bringing coastal flooding and powerful winds to New Jersey's coastline. The storm is causing damage along barrier islands and beach communities, with local officials warning residents about dangerous conditions. News outlets in the New York area are covering the storm's impact as it moves through the region.
- 8Swimmer missing off Fire Island during deadly nor'easter▼Long Island swimmer vanishes in ocean off Fire Island during deadly nor'easter as officials launch search
A Long Island swimmer has vanished in the ocean off Fire Island, New York, during a deadly nor'easter, prompting officials to launch a search operation. The storm has already caused at least one death in the region, and conditions at sea are described as dangerous, complicating rescue efforts along the shoreline.
- 9Islanders' Mathew Barzal travels with team, may play opener▼NHL Status Report: Barzal to travel with Islanders, not ruled out for opener
Mathew Barzal will travel with the New York Islanders and has not been ruled out for the team's season opener, according to the NHL's status report. His availability had been in question, so the news offers a possible boost for the Islanders as they finalize their lineup for the start of the season.
- 10Nor'easter Floods Fire Island, Rescue Efforts Underway▼Nor’easter Floods Fire Island and Triggers Rescues Despite One Mayor’s Warnings
A nor'easter has flooded parts of Fire Island, New York, prompting water rescues of residents caught by rising water. Local officials say a mayor had issued warnings ahead of the storm, but some residents were still stranded. The coastal community faces continued flooding and cleanup as the storm passes.
- 11Sao Tome and Principe Foreign Minister Addresses UN General Assembly▼Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sao Tome and Principe Addresses 81st Session of General Assembly Debate
The Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sao Tome and Principe addressed the general debate of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. As one of the world's smallest island states, its intervention forms part of the annual opening debate where member states set out their foreign policy priorities before the international community.
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Ocean water has surged onto beaches in Suffolk County, New York, according to PIX11. The flooding along the shoreline is drawing attention from residents monitoring conditions on Long Island's coast. Details on the cause, extent of any damage, and whether officials have issued warnings have not yet been confirmed.