Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Friday afternoon.

Gov. Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Friday afternoon. Credit: Ed Quinn

Gov. Kathy Hochul said she's declared a state of emergency ahead of the powerful nor'easter that's expected to impact Long Island.

Hochul told 1010 WINS there are no current plans for mandatory evacuations but her administration will consider them if the weather poses a serious threat to human life.

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