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New Official Lisa Rodriguez Website

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Labor Day Forecast - NYC and Philly

US Labor Day Image Courtesy AccuWeather

The Big Apple:  Partly cloudy start with increasing clouds, then variable cloudiness with scattered showers and t-storms. Regional highs in the low 80s and a southerly wind @6-13mph. Be on the look out for flash flooding near low-lying areas later this afternoon and evening. Headed to the beach today? There is a high risk of rip currents today for the Atlantic Ocean facing beaches. Check with lifeguards before entering the water today regarding  potential hazards.

Philly:  Humid with variable cloudiness and chance for scattered showers and a few t-storms. High near 82 degrees and southerly wind @7-10mph. Flood Watch is in effect until Tuesday morning.  Renewed flooding is possible on some roadways and low-lying areas.

Weather Update: Football Forecast - Eagles Vs. Jets at MetLife Stadium

So excited about tonight's pre-season game.  Here's your exclusive football forecast as the Eagles play the Jets at MetLife (Meadowlands) Stadium:  

At kick-off (7:30pm ET):  Partly cloudy, near 74°, SE wind @4-9mph. Slight chance of a brief evening shower.  

It should be an exciting game with two strong teams...

Spotlight On Fans - Greg Brostowicz & Pepsico Pals

This Pepsico group photo was given to me by loyal fan and friend Greg Brostowicz, from Pleasantville, NY. Greg is the handsome guy (centered-top) in the dark blue shirt with the yellow collar. 

This photo was taken while celebrating Greg's 32nd birthday. Greg and the gang are a terrific group of guys...laid back, funny and  very considerate of others. 

Special thanks to Greg and the Pepsico crew for all of your support over the years!  You rock!

Weather Outlook For NYC & Philly

There are widespread flooding issues to deal with in the wake of Irene, but the pleasant and mostly dry conditions ahead will help with cleanup efforts.  High pressure dominates the NE Monday thru Wednesday, giving the NYC and Philly metro areas loads of sun and dry conditions thru the midweek. Thursday looks to be partly sunny with a slight chance of a stray shower.  Tuesday through Thursday, Tri-State regional temps will range in the low to mid 80s. 

Today in NYC, regional highs will be near 78 degrees with a pleasant northerly breeze at 9mph. In Philly, regional highs will be near 80 degrees with a N wind 2-7mph.   BTW, Don't forget the Eagles vs Jets game this Thursday at MetLife Stadium (7:30pm ET).  I'll post a special game day forecast Thursday :-) 

Irene's Eye To Pass Near Philly and New York City

Irene's Projected Path Courtesy AccuWeather

Irene's eye is set to track near the Philadelphia and New York City metro areas late tonight through Sunday afternoon, posing danger to millions of people. A strong threat remains for widespread flooding, damaging high winds, power outages and downed trees. Please evacuate if directed to do so by local officials. Also evacuate if your home is vulnerable to high winds or positioned near flood prone zones, particularly coastal.

Irene Makes Landfall & Weakens, But Still A Major Threat This Weekend

Irene Image At 8:22AM, Courtesy TWC

Irene weakened a bit as she made landfall this morning near Cape Lookout, NC.  However, Irene is a big, slow moving system and remains a threat to major cities along the East Coast this weekend, threatening damaging high winds and widespread major flooding.

Preparing For Hurricane Irene

Irene's Latest Track Projection from TWC

From Eastern NC to New England, Hurricane Irene is set to track up the east coast this weekend threatening damaging winds, widespread power outages, major flooding issues and downed trees on cars, houses and power lines. Major cities to be impacted include Outer Banks, Norfolk, Washington DC, Philadelphia, New York City, Boston and Portland.

So how can we best prepare for Irene’s wrath? Here are a handful of tips: Stock up on water (NOAA recommends 1 gallon per person per day of impact), gather non perishables and a non-electric can opener (considering power outages), gather batteries and flashlights. Also considering the strong winds coming, it’s a good time now to pick up, put away and/or tie down outside items that can fly away (lawn chairs, plants, etc.).

Keeping An Eye On Hurricane Irene

Earlier this week Hurricane Irene slammed Puerto Rico knocking out power, downing trees and flooding streets.  Thankfully, no deaths were reported. Wishing all my relatives in Puerto Rico the very best as they recover from major flooding issues.

The most recent models suggest Irene will hit the east coast this weekend (beginning late Friday), producing potentially life-threatening damaging winds and torrential rainfall from the North Carolina Outer Banks through Maine. Millions could lose power this weekend and with the heavy rain ahead, there are major flooding concerns. 

The above AccuWeather image gives a good overview of Irene's projected path.

The Eagles Rock!

If we can just tighten up that defense, I know the Eagles are going all the way!!!!!! View the Eagles schedule at: www.philadelphiaeagles.com/schedules/schedule.html

Spotlight On A Friend - Jon Leiberman Joins 'Howard Stern 100' Show

My friend Jon Lieberman recently joined the Howard Stern 100 show.  You may remember Jon as a correspondent from the hit TV series America’s Most Wanted.  In addition to co-hosting on the Howard Stern 100 show, Jon appears frequently on MSNBC, FOX NEWS and CNN HLN discussing crime and law topics.  You can find out more about Jon on his website, www.jonleiberman.com.

Morning Inspiration: Keep Your Head Up :-)

  I found this terrific quote by an unknown author that I'd like to share:

"When made frustrated and fretful by small cares, look up at the sky, the stars, and see how insignificant our troubles really are." 

Wednesday's Forecast for New York City - August 3rd

Mostly cloudy, humid, high of 83 degrees and SE wind at 7 - 10 mph. Increasing clouds with showers and stray t-storms likely, mainly after 2pm.  Cloudy tonight, low near 69 degrees and scattered showers and t-storms.  Rainfall total potential is  ¼” to ½” locally.  FYI, the record high for today is 97 degrees, set in 2005.

Tuesday's NYC Forecast - August 2nd...HOT DAY!

New York City, NY:  Sunny and very hot, high near 94 degrees, NW wind 6-15 mph.  Increasing clouds tonight, low near 69 degrees and northerly breeze from 5-13 mph.

Monday's Forecast for NYC - August 1st

New York City, NY: Hot with regional highs ranging between 88°-94° degrees and noticeably more humid.  A very sunny start with clouds increasing in the afternoon and PM t-storms in some areas, mainly after 3pm.  Breezy at times today with a WSW wind between 5-16 mph and gusts 21+ mph. FYI, the record high for today is 100°, set in 1933.

Friday's Weather for NYC July 29th

New York City, NY:  High of 90°, partly sunny with a chance of showers and t-storms, mainly after 3pm.  Some afternoon storms could be strong with damaging winds. Tonight will be mostly cloudy, with a low around 72° and a southerly wind between 5-11 mph.  Expect rain and t-storms also later this evening.  Regional rainfall totals could range between 1 to 2+ inches today.  Be on the lookout for potential flash flooding in low lying areas.  Head’s up on tomorrow’s weather….Saturday will be sunny, with a high near 90° and a northerly wind between 7-11mph.

Thursday's Weather for NYC - July 28th

New York City, NY:  Expect a partly sunny sky and a high of 86°.  Humidity  levels will increase  this evening and t-showers are possible later tonight.  You won't need the umbrella for the bulk of the day, but be sure to keep it handy for your late evening plans (after 9pm).  Tonight's low will be milder at 73°.

Tuesday's New York City Forecast - July 26th

Widespread fog lifts later this morning and then we will be under a mostly sunny sky. Our high will be near 87° and a few t-showers are possible in some spots this afternoon.  The wind today will be out of the west from 5-11 mph.  FYI, today's record high is 98°, set in 1940.

Tonight will be partly cloudy with a seasonable low of 70° and stray t-showers.  Grab and ditch?  Grab the umbrella as you head out the door, so you won't get caught off-guard in a pop-up t-shower this afternoon or tonight.

New Twitter Account: TVWeathergal

Just joined Twitter...I promise to be sweet and not over-tweet...lol

 You can follow me at:  TVWeathergal

Inspirational Quote

"A smile costs nothing but gives much. It enriches those who receive without making poorer those who give. It takes but a moment, but the memory of it sometimes lasts forever. None is so rich or mighty that he cannot get along without it and none is so poor that he cannot be made rich by it. Yet a smile cannot be bought, begged, borrowed, or stolen, for it is something that is of no value to anyone until it is given away. Some people are too tired to give you a smile. Give them one of yours, as none needs a smile so much as he who has no more to give." Author Unknown

Let's Head To The Beach - It's Another Scorcher in NY

Grab the swimsuit! The beach is calling again...Today’s weather is sunny and hot, with a high near 101° (the record for today is 101°, set in 1957).  Expect widespread haze to continue today through the early afternoon hours.  The heat index value for today will range between 105° to 111°, so once again it will feel like we are stepping into a sauna as we step outdoors.  The wind will be westerly between 6 and 10 mph.  As you head out tonight to take a 'bite of the Big Apple', leave the umbrella and jackets at home.  It will be very warm and dry tonight with a low of 80°, under a mostly clear sky.  

Traveling across the state of New York today?  Here are a handful of regional forecasts throughout the state today:  Albany, NY:  Sunny, hazy, hot and humid topping out to 93 and a heat index making it feel like it’s 100° outdoors.  Buffalo:  Hazy, hot and humid with a high of 90, feeling like it’s 94°.  Plattsburgh, NY:  Partly Cloudy, hot and breezy with a high of 92°, feeling as though it’s 95°.  Watertown, NY: Partly sunny and very warm with a manageable high of 89°, feeling as though it were 91°.

Extreme Heat Today In New York City - Cool Things Down At The Beach

Today’s weather is mostly sunny and VERY HOT, with a high of 100°.  An Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for our region, with heat index values ranging from 105° to 110°.  Although it will breezy today, it will not be a refreshing breeze.  The wind will be very warm, from the southwest between 13 and 18 mph.  Consider cooling off at Jones Beach.  The water temperature will be near the mid 70s.  Grab and Ditch? Before you head to the beach, grab the sunscreen and grab the bottled water.  Ditch the rain gear.  FYI, the record high for today is 104° set in 1977.  I wouldn’t be surprised if we tied or beat that record today.
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On The Beach - NYC Area Marine Forecast

It’s a great day to cool off at the beach! Today’s high is 90° and it will be humid with a light wind.  Expect tranquil water conditions today and tonight. Water temperatures in surrounding bay areas will be in the 70s:  Bergen Point, NY at 75.9°; Kings Point, NY at 70.2°; Montauk, NY at 70.5°, The Battery, NY at 73.6°, Sandy Hook, NJ at 79.5°.  An Excessive Heat Watch has been issued for tomorrow.  It will be especially hot Thursday with a high of 99°.  The the wind on the seas will increase tomorrow and a small craft advisory may be possible tomorrow afternoon.

Dog Days of Summer

Check out my first New York Outdoor Travel article on Examiner.com, click here.

Pitbull cooling off in Columbus Circle fountain in New York City on July 12, 2011 Credit: Ramin Talaie/Getty Images