Afternoon Update About The Tuesday Flash Flooding

FROM THE STEUBEN COUNTY OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES: “A Local State of Emergency has been declared in the Towns of Cohocton and Prattsburgh to support additional restoration efforts by public works crews following recent flooding caused by excessive rainfall. Steuben County officials continue to actively monitor conditions across the region as recovery operations remain underway. Public works teams are responding to storm-related damage, including roadway impacts and infrastructure concerns. Residents and the traveling public are urged to exercise caution when traveling through storm-affected areas. Impacted towns include Dansville, Fremont, Cohocton, Avoca, Wheeler, Prattsburgh, Urbana, Pulteney, Wayne, and Wayland. Motorists should be alert for road closures, debris, and public works crews working in these areas.  This is the final update.”

 

Morning Update From Steuben Co Emergency Services

TRAVEL ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT

Steuben County continues to monitor conditions following recent flooding caused by excessive rainfall. While water levels have receded in many areas, multiple State, County, and local roads remain closed or impacted due to damage, debris, and residual water.

Affected areas include the Towns of Dansville, Fremont, Cohocton, Avoca, Wheeler, Prattsburgh, Urbana, Pulteney, Wayne, and Wayland.

The Steuben County Office of Emergency Services advises residents to avoid non-essential travel within the affected towns listed above throughout the overnight hours. Road conditions may change rapidly, and keeping roadways clear remains critical for ongoing response and recovery operations. Use caution when traveling and do not drive around barricades or through standing water.

The Town of Prattsburgh has declared a State of Emergency due to road conditions and has issued a non-essential travel advisory until further notice.

Emergency responders and highway crews continue to assess damage, clear debris, and make necessary repairs to restore safe travel conditions.

Current Road Closures:

• County Route 121 from I-390 to Loon Lake – Town of Cohocton

• County Route 50 between Ward Rd. and Lander Rd. – Town of Wayland

• East Lake Road at Reynolds Rd. – Town of Wayland

• County Route 122 between Porter St. and Fairgrounds Rd. – Town of Prattsburgh

• County Route 7 between West Creek Rd. and Wraight Rd. – Town of Prattsburgh

• County Route 9 from Wallace to Ingleside

• Pressler Rd. – Town of Prattsburgh

• Cook School Rd. between Mattoon Rd. and County Route 7 – Town of Prattsburgh

For current New York State roadway conditions and closures, visit NY511.

As fishing season opens today, residents are reminded that rivers and creeks remain high and fast-moving. Anyone planning to fish should use extreme caution:

• Avoid fishing in areas with fast currents or elevated water levels

• Be mindful of unstable banks and debris in waterways

• Wear a personal flotation device (PFD) when near or in the water

Turn Around, Don’t Drown

 

Statement From St James Hospital

"We would like to inform you that due to power outages in the surrounding area, the St. James Hospital campus has been impacted. The hospital has been operating on generator power since approximately 4:15 a.m., and the Medical Office Building is currently functioning on very limited power.

"Patient appointments and services within the Medical Office Building ( services operated by St. James Hospital) will be delayed until 11:00 a.m., at which time we will reassess the situation. Hospital staff will be contacting scheduled patients regarding their appointments.

"We are actively assessing the situation and remain in ongoing communication with NYSEG regarding restoration timelines. At this time, our primary focus is maintaining essential services and ensuring patient safety.

"We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we navigate this situation. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

"Thank you for your continued dedication and support."

 

New York's GOP Candidate For Gov, Denied Matching  $

City and State reports that the New York State Republican Party is crying foul – that’s because the New York State Board Of Elections told GOP candidate for Governor Bruce Blakeman, that he cannot get matching funds to run for governor.  The state board of elections says, Blakeman filled out the form to get matching funds before he picked his running mate, but they say Blakeman did not update his information when he chose a running mate.  The amount Blakeman was expecting to get was $7 million dollars. 

 

AG Leticia James Has Opposition From A GOP Candidate

A downstate Republican, who went to Harvard and worked for the US Attorneys Office and the Drug Enforcement Agency, has thrown her hat into the ring in the state Attorney General’s race.  The candidate's name is Saritha Komatireddy.  Click here to see her website.