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Rain could dampen NYC's long weekend; here's when it clears

Gothamist's forecast says the showers dampening New York City's holiday weekend will eventually clear; umbrellas remain the only firm commitment.

On air: Hank Ledger and Chip Darnell on Should You Be Worried?
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  1. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorCould the sky over New York be hiding something this holiday weekend? Rain is in the forecast, and folks have plans.

  2. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorGothamist says it could put a damper on the long weekend. And then it clears. They even say when.

  3. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThen why am I not hearing the time? Every forecast promises clearing. None will say a number under oath.

  4. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorUnder oath?

  5. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorIt's Sunday. Everybody's under oath.

  6. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorWell, at least the rain gives us an excuse to stay in and binge something. I call that a win.

  7. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe rain has dodged the question, and you've found a parking spot in it.

  8. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorRoof and everything.

  9. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorVerdict: eat a sandwich. Indoors. The rain will clear, eventually, as it has every other time.

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