Hurricane Irene a Threat to NYC

Major Hurricane Irene is now lashing the Bahamas and could threaten our area this weekend, with heavy rains, strong winds and coastal flooding. As of the 8am intermediate advisory from the National Hurricane Center, Irene was centered about 185 miles SE of Nassau in the Bahamas. The maximum sustained winds are 120mph. Which makes a category 3 on the Saffir-Simpson Scale. It's moving to the NW at 12mph.

Irene will likely strengthen into category 4 hurricane tomorrow. Most of the computer forecast models show Irene turning north, this weekend. Brushing the North Carolina coast, then heading towards our area. By the time it arrives at in our region, it will be weakening over cooler ocean waters. But it could still be a Cat 1 hurricane. The biggest threat for hurricane force winds, will be over LI. But it possible depending on far west it tracks, that we could see hurricane force winds in NYC.

Everyone in NYC and LI area needs to prepare for this storm. Stay tuned to J&M New York for the latest updates, on this potentially dangerous hurricane for our area.

Tribute to TV Star Mr. Fred Rogers

CHILDREN'S SHOW CREATOR/ HOST

Fred Rogers (1928-2003) was interviewed for four-and-a-half hours in Pittsburgh, PA. Rogers described his work as the creator and host ofMister Rogers’ Neighborhood, which began its run in 1968. He described the show’s evolution, which started with Mister Rogers which he produced in Canada for the CBC. He described each aspect of the show including the origin of his trademark sweaters. He described his early years in television working as a floor manager for NBC on such shows as NBC Opera Theatre, The Kate Smith Hour, and The Gabby Hayes Show. He detailed his move into public television in 1953 with his work as the program director for WQED, Pittsburgh. He described his first children’s program The Children’s Corner (1954-61 WQED; 1955-56 NBC), which introduced several puppets later used on Mister Rogers. He talked about the importance of children’s programming and his longevity as a children's show host.

"I'd like to be remembered for being a compassionate human being who happened to be fortunate enough to be born at a time when there was a fabulous thing called television that could allow me to use all the talents that I had been given."

source : Emmytvlegends.org

by Justin Stenzler