Update:
While the worst of the storm is over, snow will continue to accumulate for a few more hours. And while there are lulls in between, some bands will still move across parts of the region, capable of producing brief 1" per hour rates. But, we should really start to see this activity wind down by 2 - 3 PM. So, expect an additional 1 - 2" before the snow finally exits 4 - 6 PM. Regardless of additional snow, it will remain rather windy, so blowing and drifting will be an issue through tonight (power outages & downed trees possible as well). Finally, anything wet or slushy will turn icy tonight as temps fall well below freezing.
The North Castle State of Emergency remains in effect until 10:00 PM this evening. This will allow our personnel who have been working throughout the storm to effectively clear and then treat all roadways.
Key Messages:
- Westchester County has extended the complete travel road ban until 6pm.
- Blizzard conditions expected to continue, gradually winding down in the afternoon.
- Windy conditions will remain with blowing snow and poor visibility.
- Crews remain at work removing snow from all roadways. Avoid travel during the declared State of Emergency.
Stay warm. Stay Safe. Look out for one another.
Winter Weather Reminders:
- Follow the local weather forecasts as weather conditions may change rapidly. The police desk frequently fields phone calls during and immediately after a storm asking for the conditions of roadways. Please stay off the roadways if possible during these time periods to allow the Highway Department to clear the roads. The police department generally has an uptick in avoidable motor vehicle accidents and disabled vehicle calls during a storm.
- Winter Weather Tips from Westchester County to include information on frostbite and hypothermia, and space heater safety.
- During storms and power outages check on elderly and disabled relatives, neighbors and friends.
- Shovel snow in moderation, particularly if you have any medical condition or you do not exercise regularly.
- After the storm you must clear off your vehicle of any snow. It is hazardous and against the law to deposit snow from your vehicle onto the roadway.
- Do not leave vehicles parked on the street during the overnight hours & during the day during this State of Emergency. Vehicles may be summoned, but likely TOWED if they hinder snow removal: “No vehicle shall be allowed or permitted to be parked, stored or kept unattended on any Town highway or other highway within the Town of North Castle from 1:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. during the period from November 15 to April 1.” *Please do not park on streets during the daytime in the storm as well as this will assist the Highway Department in snow removal operations.
- Please do not shovel or plow any snow from your property onto the roadway. Depositing of snow into the roadway is a violation of Town Code and NY State Law; as well as creating a risk to public safety. If you hire private contractors for snow removal services, we kindly ask you to remind them of this rule.
- Residents must also be aware to not allow fire hydrants to be or remain obstructed. Please ask your snow removal persons to be cognizant of this significant public safety concern.
- If you plan to use a generator in the event of a power outage, make sure that it is being used safely. Do not run a portable generator inside of your home or business; keep it outside and away from the house so that the exhaust does not cause anyone to become sick with carbon monoxide poisoning. Keep combustible materials away from the generator and, when refueling, turn it off and let it cool down. Additional generator safety tips are available HERE.
Con Ed customers can report downed power lines, outages, and check service restoration status at
www.conEd.com or by calling 1-800-75- CONED (1-800-752-6633). Please do not call the Police Department to report loss of power. This potentially ties up telephone lines available for emergencies and you will be referred to contact Con Ed directly
. Treat all downed wires as if they are live. Be mindful that downed wires can be hidden from view by tree limbs, leaves, or snow.
Warming centers will be opened at the Hergenhan Center and at the North White Plains Community Center should the need arise due to power outages. If you need this resource, please contact the North Castle Police Department at 914-273-9500. We will update the community with a Nixle message in the event the warming centers are activated.
Please encourage your neighbors to sign up for Nixle alerts.
