‘Sultry’ start in NYC for July 4 weekend ahead of stormy Saturday

‘Sultry’ start in NYC for July 4 weekend ahead of stormy Saturday

The July Fourth weekend will get off to a steamy start in New York before intense storms descend throughout the tri-state region on Saturday, forecasters said. It’ll be humid and warm early Saturday — a “typical sultry summer day” with a high of 89 degrees in New York City — before conditions deteriorate significantly as … Read more

How to keep dogs safe during July 4th fireworks

How to keep dogs safe during July 4th fireworks

Can you feel the excitement? With the Fourth of July holiday here, many are preparing for the barbecues and fireworks.  Dog owners know how scared their canine companions can get from the booming and crackling of fireworks. All the commotion from celebrations can make for particularly anxious events, sending some dogs into sensory overdrive.  Here … Read more

First look: Independence Day weekend forecast

First look: Independence Day weekend forecast

FOX Weather meteorologists will be tracking heat and storms across the country over the Fourth of July weekend and on America’s 246th birthday. Celebrations are planned from coast to coast, and in typical summer fashion, some spectators will have to dodge a few showers and thunderstorms between Friday and Independence Day. Here’s the forecast for … Read more

Fourth of July weekend rain in tri-state region expected to clear in time for fireworks

Fourth of July weekend rain in tri-state region expected to clear in time for fireworks

The Fourth of July holiday weekend forecast was a mixed bag, forecasters said Wednesday, but conditions are expected to be dry for fireworks in New York City and the tri-state region. The Big Apple will get off to a sizzling start Friday — with a high of 91 degrees expected – before a cold front … Read more