Aug. 29: Irene Leaves Damage Behind in Lynbrook

Check out five things you should know in Lynbrook for this Monday, August 29: 

1. The weather is finally taking a turn for the better today, with highs reaching 80 degrees and mostly sunny skies, according to the National Weather Service. Expect this trend of beautiful conditions to last through most of the week.

2. As many Lynbrook residents were still without power last night, LIPA is working to begin restoration efforts. As of 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, were still without power. According to LIPA, 471,000 customers were in the dark across Long Island – the most in 26 years.

3. Did you follow Patch’s live blog during the storm? If not, check out the from the feed, which includes the most up-to-the-second news and comments from users.

4. If you have photos from Hurricane Irene, send them to EmilyWood51388@Gmail.com to be included in a new album that is being posted at noon today. Be sure to check out Patch’s from Sunday.

5. Do you have an interesting story from the storm? We want to hear about it! Send your information to EmilyWood51388@gmail.com or post it in the comment section below.