The Governor Declares A State Of Emergency

GOVERNOR HOCHUL DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY AHEAD OF EXTREME COLD AND MASSIVE WINTER STORM THIS WEEKEND

 

Extreme Cold Watches in Effect from 7 p.m. Friday to 1 p.m. Saturday for the North Country; Feels-Like Temperatures as Low as Negative 50 Degrees Possible Friday Night and Negative 30 Degrees Saturday Night

 

Large Winter Storm Will Impact New York Sunday Morning Through Monday; 12-18 Inches of Snow Possible for New York City, Long Island, Hudson Valley, Capital Region, Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, Lower North Country and Parts of Central New York, and 6-12 Inches in Western New York and Upper North Country

 

At Governor’s Direction, State Response Agencies Engaged in Multi-Day Preparations

 

 

 

All Non-Essential State Employees Directed To Telecommute on Monday Where Possible

 

New Yorkers Can Sign Up for Weather and Emergency Alerts by Texting 333111

 

Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a State of Emergency ahead of extreme cold and a massive winter storm set to impact areas statewide this weekend. Extreme cold moves in Friday night, with statewide feels-like temperatures in the negatives Friday and Saturday night. Sunday morning, a large winter storm will begin to impact the state and continue until Monday, with New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, Southern Tier, Mohawk Valley, lower North Country and parts of Central New York seeing the potential for 12 to 18 inches of snow. Western New York and the upper North Country will see snowfall totals of six to 12 inches.

 

“Winter in New York is nothing we can’t handle, but it is important to take the risks that come with extreme cold seriously,” Governor Hochul said. “New Yorkers should avoid travel during the snow, especially with the danger that comes with being stranded in these cold temperatures. If you must travel, be sure to leave yourself extra travel time and pack your car with supplies like blankets, water, and snacks. Safety is always the top priority, so make sure you are ready to face this storm.”

 

Snowfall rates of up to two inches or more per hour are possible in the heaviest snow bands, which will reduce visibility on roadways. New Yorkers should avoid travel during the snow, as the combination of dangerous driving conditions and extreme cold will be a huge risk.

 

The need for additional resources will be re-evaluated as conditions warrant throughout the event. For real-time travel information, motorists should call 511 or visit https://www.511ny.org/, New York State's official traffic and travel information source.

 

Thruway Authority
The Thruway Authority is ready to respond with 685 operators and supervisors available. Statewide equipment numbers and resources are listed below:

• 345 large and medium duty plow trucks
• 10 tow plows
• 65 loaders 
• 114,000+ tons of salt on hand

Variable Message Signs and social media (X and Facebook) are utilized to alert motorists of winter weather conditions on the Thruway. 

 

Drivers are reminded that Thruway snowplows travel at about 35 miles per hour — which in many cases is slower than the posted speed limit — in order to ensure that salt being dispersed stays in the driving lanes and does not scatter off the roadways. The safest place for motorists is well behind the snowplows where the roadway is clear and treated.

 

The Thruway Authority encourages motorists to download its mobile app which is available for free on iPhone and Android devices. The app provides motorists direct access to real-time traffic information, live traffic cameras, and navigation assistance while on the go. Motorists can also sign up for TRANSalert e-mails and follow @ThruwayTraffic on X for the latest traffic conditions along the Thruway.

 

It's Going To Be Very Cold Out There For A Few Days

The National Weather Service is now saying that the winter weather advisory starts at 7:00 tonight and goes until tomorrow at 7am.  Temperatures are expected to possibly get as low as 20 below. Also, a winter storm watch will start at 1am early Monday morning and go until Tuesday night at 7pm. 

 

Hammondsport's Frost And Fire Is Still On For Tomorrow

Despite the weather, Hammondsport is still having their first ever, Frost and Fire Event!  There will be a chili cook off, a bonfire, vendors, family activities, hot cocoa and popcorn.  The ticket prices are $50.00 for a family of four, adults $20, and the price goes down from there.  It includes the cost of the chili tasting, popcorn, live music, face painting and other activities.  Proceeds will go to the Hammondsport Fire Department and the Greater Hammondsport Chamber of Commerce.  The Frost and Fire event starts at 1pm Saturday at the Hammondsport Fire Station. 

 

Results From The Thursday Night Bath Republican Caucus 

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A Petiton To A Save Sean McDermott's Job At Change.org

A petition asking the Buffalo Bills to bring Sean McDermott back as head coach, is up online.  As of this posting, the number of those who want him back is almost at 50,000.

 

Immigrations/Customs/Enforcement Were Really Here

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Need A Job?  Then Check This Story Out

Bath Electric Gas and Water is hiring.  BEGWS says they need two maintenance workers, a utility worker and a utilities business manager.  They say to contact their office for more information.  If interested, send an email to:  CommercialOffice@BEGWS.com.  Bath Electric Gas and Water also says please don’t contact them through Facebook or their website.

 

Dana Lyons Apartments Is Now Taking Applications

Today is day one, of submitting applications to get an apartment at the Dana Lyons Apartment building.  You have until March 24 to apply.  You can call them at 607 622 4600 for more info.

 

Monday Jan 26: A Day Off For Local School Students

There is no school on Monday, for Hammondsport, Avoca, Campbell-Savona, Prattsburgh and other local schools.  That’s because there’s going to be a superintendent’s conference on Monday.