NEW YORK – Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo on Wednesday directed state agencies to prepare emergency response resources because the remnants are expected to from Tropical Storm Fred brought heavy rains and flash flooding to various parts of the state.
Heavy rains from the remnants of Tropical Storm Fred could begin to affect these areas in the late afternoon and leave the state by Thursday noon.
Many areas will see up to four inches of rain, the governor said, with even higher amounts possible locally, especially in the Capital Region, Mohawk Valley and Southern Tier, where some locations could see more than six inches of rain.
Heavy rains are likely to cause poor-drainage flash flooding and low-lying areas, especially in the Finger Lakes region, where some places received as much as four inches of rain Tuesday. Rivers and streams can rise rapidly from Wednesday night through Thursday. Also, unstable weather conditions can create the slim chance of an isolated tornado during the rain event.
Governor Cuomo urged New Yorkers to prepare for flash flood conditions and keep an eye on local forecasts for updated conditions. You can see the latest from our Time Authority here.
“The remnants of Tropical Storm Fred are poised to impact various parts of the state through tomorrow with heavy rain and flash flooding, especially in parts of the Finger Lakes where they already received a lot of rain yesterday,” Governor Cuomo said. “State agencies are in touch and ready to assist local governments with anything they may need. As the storm approaches, I urge anyone within these areas to keep a close eye on the weather and take action now to avoid flood damage or injury. conditions “.
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Preparation of state agencies:
Department of Transportation
The State Department of Transportation is prepared to respond with the following assets:
• 1,339 large dump trucks
• 299 large magazines
• 74 chippers
• 74 wheeled and tracked excavators
• 56 tractors
• 36 traffic tower platforms
• 15 vacuum trucks with sewer jets
• 12 tree crew bucket trucks
Highway Authority
Thruway Authority has 664 operators and supervisors ready to respond to any wind or flood related issue statewide with small and medium excavators, plow / dump trucks, large loaders, portable VMS boards, portable light towers, smaller generators, smaller pumps and trailer hauling equipment, as well as signaling and other traffic control devices available for detours or closures.
The New York State Police have instructed all officers to remain vigilant and closely monitor conditions for any problems. Additional personnel will be deployed to affected areas as needed. All four-wheel drive vehicles and all specialty vehicles, including off-road utility vehicles, are in service.
Environmental Conservation Department
DEC Environmental Conservation Police officers, rangers, emergency management personnel, and regional personnel are on alert and monitoring the developing situation and actively patrolling areas and infrastructure likely to be affected by severe weather. All available assets, including rapid water rescue teams, are positioned to assist with any emergency response.
Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation
The New York State Park Police and park staff are alert and closely monitoring weather conditions and impacts.
Public Service Department
New York Public Services has approximately 5,500 workers available to participate in damage assessment, response, and restoration efforts across the state. Public Utilities Department staff will monitor utilities work during the storm event and ensure that utilities transfer appropriate personnel to the regions that are anticipated to be hardest hit.
New York Power Authority / Canal Corporation
The New York Power Authority and the Canal Corporation are prepared and are currently monitoring forecasts and conditions. The Power Authority stands ready to support power restoration activities if necessary.
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