Dutchess County Emergency Management

ROAD CLOSURE: Route 9 between New Hackensack Road and North Mesier Ave. in the Village of Wappingers Falls is closed until further notice. Avoid this area, if possible. UPDATE: Roadway Reopened.

Dutchess County Emergency Management is monitoring the snow that is beginning to fall. Snow will continue through this evening with 2-3 inches expected across Dutchess County. The evening commute may be impacted so plan accordingly. #BeSafe

Dutchess County Emergency Management is monitoring the snow event. Snow will continue through tomorrow with 4-6 inches expected across Dutchess County. #BeSafe

HAZARDOUS TRAVEL CONDITIONS expected for early morning travel and the morning commute with sleet expected across Dutchess County during the overnight and into the morning. Use extreme caution on walkways, driveways and roadways as you begin your morning #BeSafe .

Dutchess County Emergency Management is monitoring the incoming winter weather. Snow is expected to overspread the County during the pre-dawn hours tomorrow morning. Light to moderate snow expected throughout the day. Snow is expected to end in the afternoon. Accumulation expectations are 4-6 inches. The morning, and possibly the evening commute, could be impacted. Please plan accordingly. #BeSafe

Light Snow and a Wintry Mix is expected to impact Dutchess County today beginning around 3pm and continuing until about midnight. Accumulation expectations are 2-3 inches. #BeSafe

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Avoid the area of Gidley Road between Pond Gut Road, Creekside Lane and Skidmore Road in the Town of LaGrange, due to an incident involving multiple emergency response agencies.

STORM UPDATE: Snow is currently falling across Dutchess County. Heavy snow fall is expected from 9pm until 9am with the models predicting of 1-3 inches falling per hour. Accumulation expectations remain at 12-18 inches for Dutchess County, with some models showing projections upwards to 22-24 inches, especially in higher elevations. The Thursday morning commute is expected to be impacted significantly. Please plan accordingly. #BeSafe... The snow is expected to taper off around noon time.

DRY ICE & BOTTLED WATER DISTRIBUTION Central Hudson Customers: Home Depot, Route 9, Town of Fishkill Noon until 5pm (as supplies last)... NYSEG Customers: Pawling Fire Department Currently in progress until supplies run out

STORM UPDATE: The timeline on this storm has been altered slightly with snow now expected to arrive very late this afternoon into the evening, continuing through tomorrow morning, possibly into early afternoon. Heavy snow fall is expected tonight through the overnight with the possibility of 1-2+ inches falling per hour. Accumulation expectations are now 12-18 inches for Dutchess County, with some models showing projections upwards to 22-24 inches.... Tomorrow morning's commute is expected to be impacted significantly. Please plan accordingly. #BeSafe

UPDATE ON POWER OUTAGES: Central Hudson and NYSEG have made significant headway in Dutchess County since yesterday afternoon. Dutchess County Emergency Management has participated in conference calls with both utilities and will continue to do so today. Central Hudson - 1,663 outages (down from 13,561) with majority in the Towns of East Fishkill, LaGrange and Wappinger. The overall estimated time of 95% restoration is by 11pm tonight.... For more information, visit: stormcentral.cenhud.com NYSEG - 958 outages (down from 2,612) with majority in the Town of Pawling. Overall estimated time of 95% restoration is by 11pm tonight For more information, visit: https://www.nyseg.com//o/reportorviewoutage/viewoutagelist Optimum/Altice - We have been in contact with their representative. They had 3,682 subscribers offline last night and were working on restoration, subject to power lines being cleared. We are awaiting further information on Dry Ice distribution and will post details when they are received. REMEMBER - Never approach a down wire. #BeSafe

UPDATED FORECAST: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning effective until 1pm on Thursday in anticipation of a significant winter storm that will impact Dutchess County. This storm is expected to begin impacting Dutchess County between 3pm and 5pm on Wednesday and will continue through Thursday morning, clearing out by afternoon. Accumulation expectations are now 12-18 inches for Dutchess County, with some models showing projections upwards to 22-24 in...ches. The Thursday morning commute is expected to be impacted significantly as potentially heavy snowfall is anticipated during the morning hours. Please prepare accordingly. #BeSafe

INCOMING WINTER SNOWSTORM: The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch in anticipation of an incoming nor’easter that will affect Dutchess County. This storm is expected to begin impacting Dutchess County between 4pm and 7pm on Wednesday and will continue through Thursday morning, clearing out by afternoon. The Thursday morning commute is expected to be impacted significantly as potentially heavy snowfall is anticipated during the morning hours. Current acc...umulation expectations for Dutchess County are 12-18 inches. Please plan accordingly. << See Graphics Below >>

As of 1pm, Central Hudson has 13,561 power outages with the majority in the Towns of Fishkill, East Fishkill, and Wappinger. NYSEG has 2,612 power outages with the majority in the Town and Village of Pawling. Dutchess County Emergency Management is working in coordination with the Dutchess County 911 Center and is in communication with Central Hudson and NYSEG to expedite the return of residential power on this Christmas day. DRY ICE will be distributed by Central Hudson fr...om 12 noon until 5pm at the Home Depot on Route 9 in the Town of Fishkill. REMEMBER - Never approach a downed wire. #BeSafe

HIGH WIND WARNING and FLOOD WATCH issued by the National Weather Service for Dutchess County. A High Wind Warning is effective 4pm tonight until 10am for Eastern Dutchess County and a Wind Advisory is in effect for the entire County. A Flood Watch has also been issued until 6pm tomorrow for Dutchess County. A weather system containing Strong to Destructive winds is expected to impact Dutchess County tonight into tomorrow. Heavy rainfall is expected to begin tonight and cont...inue into the morning. The rainfall combined with mild temperatures leading to rapid snow melt creates a potential for flooding in low lying, urban, and river areas. The National Weather Service is projecting Dutchess County will receive 1.5 to 2+ inches of rain during this event. Maximum wind gusts of 45 to 54 mph are possible. Strong and Destructive wind gusts are more probable on the eastern side of the County. * Residents should secure outdoor holiday decorations and other items they may have in their yards. Due to the potential soft ground and high winds, there is potential for trees to come down creating power outages tonight into tomorrow morning. REMEMBER - Never approach a downed wire. #BeSafe

Daily positive case reporting has been in triple digits over the last week - compared to single digit reports in the summer & fall. This dramatic increase mea...ns it may take longer to investigate confirmed cases or notify close contacts - even with additional staff on board! Therefore, you might not get a call as quickly as we would like - so we need your help to stop the spread to others! As soon as you know you are positive: - Start isolating - Notify your close contacts and advise them to quarantine It is more important than ever to protect yourself and your family against COVID-19. Whenever you are around or with others outside of your household: - Wear a Mask - Physical Distance - Wash your hands

Dutchess County Emergency Manager William Beale has an important message for all MRC volunteers....

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Dutchess County until 9:15pm. Strong thunderstorms may contain heavy rain, damaging winds and dangerous lightning. If storms affect your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

Volunteers with the Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County have been assisting the Department of Behavioral and Community Health (DBCH) and the Department of ...Emergency Response in a myriad of ways during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our over 1,000 registered members have provided over 8,000 hours of service so far in 2020, and we owe them all a HUGE Thank You for helping to keep our county safe & healthy. Volunteers are active every day of the week in areas like contact tracing, case investigations, vaccination clinics, logistics, etc. Pictured here are volunteers Angelina Branche and Ron Seeley with Rhinebeck Bagels and Cafe Owner Dee Ryan, helping her understand the current COVID-19 guidelines ahead of a possible inspection by DBCH.

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SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Southern Dutchess County until 5:30pm. Strong thunderstorms are expected to impact this area containing heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If a severe thunderstorm threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Northern Dutchess County until 5:00pm. Strong thunderstorms are expected to impact this area containing heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If a severe thunderstorm threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

September is National Preparedness Month! Learn more about preparing for disasters by visiting: https://www.ready.gov/september

September is National Preparedness Month and this year's theme is "Disasters Don't Wait. Make Your Plan Today." As communities across the nation and globe continue to be impacted by natural disasters, the COVID-19 pandemic, and other emergencies, it is more important than ever to ensure you have a plan and a kit of supplies ready to help protect your family and loved ones in any kind of emergency. Learn more at https://www.dutchessny.gov///ER-emergency-preparedness.htm #BePrepared #NationalPreparednessMonth2020

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Northern and Central Dutchess County until 9:15pm. If severe weather threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

MULTIPLE TORNADO WARNINGS in Northern Dutchess County. TORNADO WARNINGS have been issued for - Northeastern Dutchess County Northwestern Dutchess County ... Severe Thunderstorms are impacting northern Dutchess County. Storm radar is indicating strong potential for tornado activity. If in these areas - take shelter immediately.

TORNADO WARNING issued for Northeastern Dutchess County until 3:15PM. At 2:48PM, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located over Pine Plains, or 10 miles east of Rhinebeck, moving southeast at 35 mph.... This dangerous storm will be near... Millerton around 300 PM EDT. Amenia and Sharon around 305 PM EDT. Dover Plains around 310 PM EDT. If in these areas - take shelter immediately.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Dutchess County. Multiple strong thunderstorms are expected this afternoon and evening. If severe weather threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

TORNADO WATCH issued for Dutchess County until 7pm. Strong thunderstorms are expected to impact Dutchess County this afternoon and evening with conditions conducive for the formation of tornadoes. If severe weather affects your area, seek shelter immediately or remain indoors. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Southern Dutchess County until 5:15pm If severe weather threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued by the National Weather Service until 8:30pm tonight. Heavy rain could cause flash flooding in low lying areas. Never drive across a flooded roadway. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Northern Dutchess County until 6:30pm If severe weather threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for today, August 10th, until 8pm tomorrow. The combination of high temperatures and humidity during this period will lead to heat index values between 95 and 99 degrees. This will increase the chance for heat related illnesses to occur. Be sure to stay hydrated and stay cool as much as possible. The Splash Pad at Bowdoin Park is open until 7pm today and will be open 10am-7pm daily this week.

Bottled water and ice distribution for Friday, August 7th: NYSEG Amenia Town Hall, 4988 NY-22, Amenia - bottled water from 8am to 4pm... Beekman Town Hall, 4 Main Street, Poughquag dry ice and bottled water, while supplies last. Dover Town Hall, 126 East Duncan Hill Road, Dover Plains - dry ice and bottled water, while supplies last. Pawling Fire House, 1 South Street, Pawling - Dry Ice and/or Wet Ice and Bottled Water, 8:30 am to 5pm Central Hudson’s outage map shows the following distribution: Stanford Fire House, 6096 NY-82, Stanfordville - Regular ice and bottled water from 12pm to 5pm. East Fishkill Town Hall, 330 Route 376, Hopewell Junction - Regular ice and bottled water from 12pm to 5pm. Newburgh Armory, 321 South William Street, Newburgh - Regular ice and bottled water from 12pm to 5pm.

Utility Updates and Water/Ice Distribution Information: Central Hudson: Service is expected to be restored to 90 percent of customers by 11:30 p.m. on Friday, August 7.... REGULAR ice (not dry ice) and water distribution from noon-5 pm today at the following locations. Customers are advised to bring coolers to transport or store the ice. 1) Poughkeepsie Home Depot, 3470 North Rd., Poughkeepsie 2) Newburgh Armory 321 S. William St., Newburgh 3) East Fishkill Town Hall, 330 Route 376, Hopewell Junction NYSEG: All impacted customers will receive estimated times of restoration by 2 p.m. today. Bottled water will be distributed today at the following locations: Amenia Town Hall at 4988 NY-22 in Amenia from 8am to 4pm Beekman Town Hall at 4 Main Street in Pouquag while supplies last Pawling Fire House at 1 South Street in Pawling from 8:30am to 5pm

This afternoon's Facebook Live Town Hall with County Executive Marc Molinaro will include an update on ongoing restoration efforts from Tropical Storm Isaias as well as answering your COVID-19 and #RestartingDutchess questions. Join the conversation on the County's page, starting at 3pm, and share your questions in the comments section.

STORM UPDATE: Dutchess County currently has over 50,000 power outages due to a significant number downed power lines, utility poles, transformers, and trees. Dutchess County Emergency Management has been in regular contact with Central Hudson and NYSEG throughout the event and will be receiving briefings this morning. Additional information will be shared as it is received. Remember - Never approach a downed wire as it may still be energized. Call 911 for all emergencies. #BeSafe

Please be sure to allow extra time and drive with caution during the evening commute as there are a number of downed trees/branches on County roads, primarily in the southwestern part of the county, that County highway crews are addressing. Temporary stop signs have also been placed at two traffic signals that are currently without power at Old Hopewell Road/All Angels Hill Road in Wappinger and Beekman Road/Noah Way in Beekman. Highway crews will continue to respond to road hazard issues as needed. #BeSafe

TORNADO WATCH issued for Dutchess County until 9pm tonight by the National Weather Service. A Tornado Watch indicates that conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather which may include a tornado. If severe weather affects your area, shelter indoors immediately. #BeSafe

Dutchess County Emergency Management is actively monitoring Hurricane Isaias, which is forecast to impact Dutchess County as a Tropical Storm between 7am tomorrow and 7am Wednesday. The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Dutchess County and surrounding areas in anticipation of heavy rainfall with 2 to 4 inches across Dutchess County. There is a possibility of localized rainfall of up to 6 inches, which could lead to flash flooding. The primary impact... will be the heavy rainfall. There is a potential for isolated wind damage. Dutchess County Emergency Management is participating in regular conference calls with the National Weather Service and maintaining communication with the New York State Office of Emergency Management, Central Hudson and NYSEG. The Dutchess County Emergency Operations Center will be open throughout the day tomorrow for normal daytime COVID operations, and will also be monitoring the progression of the storm system. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Eastern Central Dutchess County until 6:15pm. If severe weather threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

TORNADO WATCH issued for Dutchess County until 10pm tonight by the National Weather Service. A Tornado Watch indicates that conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather which may include a tornado. If severe weather affects your area, shelter indoors immediately. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Northeastern Dutchess County until 7:30pm. Severe thunderstorms may contain heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If strong storms impact your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Central Dutchess County until 5:15pm. Severe thunderstorms may contain heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If strong storms impact your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

Masks and Face Coverings are key to protecting the most vulnerable within our community. #MaskUp #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Dutchess County until 9:15pm. Severe thunderstorms may contain heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If strong storms impact your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Dutchess County until 8pm. Severe thunderstorms may contain heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If strong storms impact your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

TROPICAL STORM FAYE UPDATE: The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Dutchess County and surrounding areas in anticipation of heavy rainfall associated with Tropical Storm Fay, expected to begin this afternoon and ending late tomorrow morning or early afternoon. The primary impact will be the heavy rainfall. Wind potential does exist, depending on storm track. This forecast is changing hour by hour.... Dutchess County is expected to receive approximately 1.5-2 inches of rain during this event, which presents a potential for local flash flooding. Remember: Never drive across a flooded roadway. #BeSafe

FLASH FLOOD WARNING issued for Southwestern Dutchess County until 4:15pm. Heavy rainfall may cause flooding of small streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses, drainage and low lying areas. Remember - Never drive across a flooded roadway. Turn around - Don't drown. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. #BeSafe

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Northwestern Dutchess County until 4:30pm. Severe thunderstorms may contain heavy rain, damaging wind, and dangerous lightning. If strong storms impact your area, remain indoors, if possible.

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Southwestern Dutchess County until 4pm. A strong thunderstorm is expected to impact southwestern Dutchess County containing heavy rain, potentially damaging winds, and dangerous lightning. If strong storms affect your area, remain indoors, if possible. #BeSafe

This morning, County Executive Marc Molinaro joined the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Frank Castella Jr. and Senator Sue Serino... to distribute personal protective equipment (PPE) to owners of local personal care businesses (hair salons, barber shops, tattoo and piercing facilities, etc.) at the MJN - Majed J. Nesheiwat Convention Center in Poughkeepsie. The items were provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in partnership with the State of New York, Dutchess County Government, and Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce. #RestartingDutchess See more

The MRC is 1,000 members strong! For more information on how to join the MRC, check out the Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County!

Volunteers from the Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County's Logistics Team inventoried and staged equipment and materials that might be used should a COVID-1...9 vaccine become available later this year. Thank you to our incredible team! Register online as a volunteer with us here: https://www.dutchessny.gov//New-NYgov-Volunteer-Quick-Refe See more

TRAFFIC ADVISORY - Expect delays this afternoon in the City of Poughkeepsie in the area of the Arterial, Jefferson and Market Streets beginning at 2pm until the evening hours. Avoid this area, if possible.

Our incredible Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County (MRC) volunteers completed assembly of another several thousand face shields yesterday and started assem...bly on goggles! Dutchess MRC volunteers have also been involved in delivering groceries and medication to those in isolation, they are part of monitoring call teams who contact those who have tested positive, they handle a number of logistic needs and help staff the Emergency Operations Center, almost 100 of our volunteers are in training to assist with contact tracing, medical volunteers have been helping to monitor those affected in hour homeless population, and the list goes on and on.

#Dedication at its finest. Thank you again to the MRC!! #DutchessResponds

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Dutchess County. Strong thunderstorms are impacting Dutchess County. Storms may contain strong winds and damaging hail. Tornado activity is possible. If severe weather impacts your area, remain indoors, if possible. #StaySafe

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Dutchess County until 10pm. There are no active tornadoes at this time, however, weather conditions are favorable for the development of severe thunderstorms that could produce tornadoes. If severe weather threatens your area, remain indoors, if possible. #StaySafe

Thank you to the Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County for your ongoing assistance with assembling face shields. These face shields will be distributed to frontline healthcare professionals and first responders. #DutchessResponds

#THANKYOU to the Greater New York Automobile Dealer's Association for your generous donation of surgical masks. These masks are already headed to our front line first responders and healthcare professionals. #DutchessResponds

The volunteer membership of the Medical Reserve Corps of Dutchess County has been instrumental throughout the COVID-19 response in Dutchess County. Thank you for your service to our community.

Complimentary Face Coverings....

HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT until 6pm. Dutchess County is being impacted by 20 to 30 mph wind gusts, with gusts of up to 60mph possible. There are currently numerous power outages reported at this time. REMEMBER: Always stay at least 30 feet away from downed wires. Do not approach. Stay Safe. #BeSafe

HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT through this evening. Dutchess County is being impacted by 20 to 30 mph wind gusts, with gusts of up to 60mph possible. There are currently several isolated power outages reported at this time. REMEMBER: Always stay at least 30 feet away from downed wires. Do not approach. Stay Safe. #BeSafe

Our team continues to work hard each day to support our Public Health partners by providing personal protective equipment (PPE) to healthcare workers in hospitals, nursing homes, congregate care homes, and homecare. We also ensure that as our first responders and emergency medical professionals have proper PPE in the field.