Good morning, New York City. Here’s what you need to know today.
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A wind advisory is in effect today, with wind gusts up to 50 mph possible. Showers and thunderstorms are on tap throughout the day.
There will be periods of heavy rain and wind, especially this evening. Wind gusts will continue overnight into Tuesday morning.
Highs:Â High 60s
Lows:Â 30s
Hourly Forecast |Â Interactive Radar
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Around NYC
1. DOT goes on ‘pothole blitz’ to fix city roads
More than 80 crews spread out across New York City on Saturday to fill potholes as part of the Department of Transportation’s “pothole blitz.”
This year’s winter had long stretches of freezing temperatures, snow, salting, melting and refreezing, creating the conditions for potholes to form across the five boroughs. More than 10,000 potholes were filled last week alone, according to the DOT.
2. St. John’s to play Northern Iowa in first round of NCAA Tournament
St. John’s University’s basketball team is heading to San Diego. They are a No. 5 seed in the East region, and will play Northern Iowa in the first round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday.
Head coach Rick Pitino, who brought the team back to prominence, is getting ready to study Northern Iowa’s basketball team.
3. Manhattan synagogue holds Interfaith Iftar in a symbol of unity
Jewish and Muslim New Yorkers broke bread together Friday, united in faith and enduring tradition.Â
After Shabbat services, Temple Emanu-El on the Upper East Side held its annual Interfaith Iftar — the daily meal Muslims have at sunset to break their fast during Ramadan.
Around the Nation
2. U.S.-China trade talks open in Paris, paving the way for Trump-Xi summit
3. Gulf countries report new attacks after Iran warns major UAE ports to evacuate