Thinking of Animals During National Preparedness Month
As we observe National Preparedness Month during September, we are thinking of our furry family members. Josey Miller from the Best Friends Animal Society joined Need2Know to talk about what pet owners can do in case a disaster strikes. She said one of the most important things to do is to get your pet microchipped in case you are ever separated.
Flood watches are in effect in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and southern New England through Monday. The National Weather Service says 3 to 5 inches of rain is expected across parts of Long Island and southern Connecticut, with other areas in line for 2 to 3 inches.
Emergency workers and community members cleaned up Sunday from the severe weekend storms and tornadoes that also sent dozens more to the hospital while damaging buildings, turning over vehicles and knocking out power to tens of thousands.
The son of North Dakota Sen. Kevin Cramer was charged with manslaughter and fleeing an officer after a police pursuit ended in a crash that killed the sheriff's deputy.
