State of Emergency Declared In New York State

After several days of nasty weather across the State, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has issued a "State of Emergency" for the state this week.

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Severe thunderstorms swept across the state this week causing widespread damage across the state. This led the governor to issue the "State of Emergency" to help with clean-up efforts.

WHAT DOES A STATE OF EMERGENCY MEAN?

By issuing the state of emergency, local governments in New York State will be allowed to get state aid to help with cleanup efforts. The declaration also makes it easier for local communities to get access to state equipment and personnel.

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WHO IS EFFECTIVE BY THE STATE OF EMERGENCY?

All towns in the state are impacted by the "State of Emergency" and can request state aid for clean-up efforts. In a press release, the Governor said much of the state aid right now will head to Rome, New York which was hit with severe weather and a tornado earlier this week.

“With possible tornado touchdowns across the state, we are standing ready to assist localities however necessary as severe weather continues to move across the state,”

The New York State Department of Transportation is also on high alert and is able to help local communities under the state of emergency. There are over 1500 vehicles ready to go and assist communities in need.

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You can read more about the "State of Emergency" by clicking HERE.