Nor’easter 40-50 MPH Wind And Rain Storm Hitting NYC This Weekend, Roosevelt Island Saturday Farmers Market Open And Moving Under The Protection Of Motorgate Helix

Due to the Nor’easter wind and rain storm coming this weekend, tomorrow’s Saturday Roosevelt Island Farmers Market will be located under the protection of the Helix at Motorgate Plaza for your fresh fruits, vegetables and more.

iDig2Learn reports: And @hakicompost will have green bins available to collect @rooseveltislandny neighbors food scraps for the @bigreuse community compost program. According to the Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC): The City has issued a Travel Advisory for Friday, September 25 through Sunday, September 27 due to a nor’easter expected to bring rain, strong winds and coastal flooding to New York City. Winds are expected to increase Friday afternoon and evening, with gusts potentially reaching 40–50 mph. Rain is expected through Sunday, with approximately 2–3 inches possible. Coastal flooding is also possible around the Friday evening and Saturday morning high tides. If you’re traveling to or from Roosevelt Island this weekend, please allow extra time for your trip and check transit service before leaving. To receive alerts from NotifyNYC, visit the link here. Conditions are expected to improve Saturday night into Sunday as the storm moves farther offshore. Please stay safe and plan ahead. Thank you. -Team RIOC TRAVEL ADVISORY: Hey New Yorkers, a nor’easter is on the way! 🌧️💨 If you don’t have to travel, stay home and avoid unnecessary trips. Starting around 2 p.m., strong wind gusts could bring down trees and power lines. Coastal flooding is expected to begin tonight and could be… pic.twitter.com/j609N5NwLg — NYC Emergency Management (@nycemergencymgt) September 25, 2026