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Vermont Severe Weather Alert: Thunderstorms Expected Today
Burlington, VT – A slight risk of severe weather is forecast for parts of Essex County, New York, and central and southern Vermont today. Residents are urged to stay alert and be prepared to seek shelter. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Burlington, the threat includes the...
NY weather: Pea-sized hail predicted with thunderstorms to hit Essex County Sunday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 1:24 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 2:15 p.m. for Essex County. Be ready for pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) and wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 1:23 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm over Moriah, moving east at...
Heat advisory in effect for St. Lawrence County today
ST. LAWRENCE COUNTY, N.Y. (WWTI) – The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for St. Lawrence County for Friday, August 2. The alert was issued on Thursday afternoon and includes parts of Franklin, Essex and Clinton counties. The advisory will last from noon today until 8 p.m. Friday. Air temperatures will reach into […]
$11 Million In Emergency Assistance Available For Counties Impacted By Severe Weather
$11 million in emergency assistance for the seven counties, including Chautauqua, impacted by recent severe weather has been announced. From July 10 to the 16, 22 tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, and flooding affected multiple Upstate communities. This funding follows Governor Kathy Hochul‘s request for a federal Emergency Declaration to support response and recovery operations in 15 counties.
North Country Community College rolls out $15.9M budget
SARANAC LAKE — North Country Community College is proposing a nearly $16 million budget for the coming academic year. As costs continue to rise for the college, which has more than 1,000 students enrolled, it is ending a coronavirus pandemic-era tuition freeze and raising its rates slightly for the first time in four years, as well as asking Franklin and Essex counties to contribute more toward its operation.
NY weather: Heat advisory affecting New York Friday
On Thursday at 3:10 p.m. a heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service valid for Friday between noon and 8 p.m. for St. Lawrence, Franklin, Clinton and Essex counties. The weather service states, "Heat index values in the mid 90s expected." "Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause...
Man Ticketed For Harassing Hikers in Adirondack High Peaks
On Wednesday, July 24 at about 3 pm, Ray Brook Dispatch received a call from a hiker saying she was being harassed by another hiker on Mount Van Hoevenberg in the Adirondack town of North Elba, in Essex County, NY. Forest Ranger Lieutenant Chris DiCintio and Ranger Peter Evans reported...
Were you affected by July's severe storms? You could get some money
New Yorkers affected by July's severe storms and resulting damage may be eligible for grant funding. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced Wednesday up to $11 million in emergency assistance for eligible homeowners and municipalities in seven counties impacted by the 22 tornadoes, severe thunderstorms and flooding that took place between July 10-16. “After extreme weather...
Applications are now open for homeowners who experienced tornado damage
NEW YORK — WNY homeowners who experienced damage from July’s tornadoes can now apply for New York State grants. New York State granted up to $5 million to support homeowners in Chautauqua, Erie, Essex, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, and Warren Counties. Homeowners can apply for up to $50,000 in emergency repairs, according to Governor Kathy Hochul's Office.
State assistance available to some North Country homeowners impacted by storms
Some North Country homeowners who were impacted by tornadoes and flooding in July can now apply for emergency assistance from the state. According to Gov. Kathy Hochul's office, a $5 million pot of money is available to eligible low- and moderate-income homeowners in Essex, Lewis and Warren counties. It's also open to homeowners in Chautauqua, Erie, Madison and Oneida counties.
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