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Get the Help You Need After Devastating Tornado in Rome
Tornadoes and severe storms have left hundreds of Central New Yorkers picking up the pieces. But they don't have to do it alone. There is help available. Operators from 211 MidYork are available to assist residents in Oneida, Madison and Herkimer Counties for non emergencies. “Calling 211, texting 898-211 or...
Showing Fairness: Boonville Oneida County Fair offering solution for Lewis County floats
LOWVILLE, N.Y. (WWTI) – The Boonville Oneida County Fair is lending a hand to any floats that didn’t get to be part of the canceled parade at the Lewis County Fair. In an announcement from the Lewis County Fair, officials at the Boonville Oneida County Fair are welcoming any floats to participate in the Tuesday, […]
Watch live: Hochul holds storm briefing in Rome after devastating storms
A state of emergency remains in effect for Oneida County and Madison County after storms ripped through the area Tuesday night. At least one person is confirmed to have died in the Madison County Village of Canastota during the storm. Gov. Kathy Hochul is in Rome and will hold a...
American Red Cross Opens Shelter in Rome
UTICA, NY (JULY 16, 2024) – Volunteers from the Central and Northern New York Chapter of the American Red Cross have opened a shelter for those affected by the violent storms today in Rome, Oneida County. The shelter, at the Aviation Center, is at 394 Hangar Road. Access to...
More than 10k people without power in Rome; neighbors describe area as 'war zone'
ROME, N.Y. — As of early Wednesday morning, there are still no reports of injuries to people in the city of Rome following a strong storm Tuesday. National Grid reports more than 10,000 customers are without power in Rome alone. The number across Oneida County sits at above 20,000 as of Wednesday morning.
National Grid to distribute dry ice in Oneida and Rome
ONEIDA AND ROME, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — In the aftermath of the storm that tore through Oneida County on Tuesday, July 16, National Grid is helping out by distributing dry ice to those that need it. National Grid will be distributing dry ice from 1 pm to 5 pm at...
National Grid Provides Update on Power Outages Amid Storm Damage
Tens of thousands of residents are without power this morning following a devastating storm that ripped through Central New York. The worst of it has hit Rome, Canastota and Ilion. Jared Paventi is a representative with National Grid. Paventi joined 'First News with Keeler in the Morning' on WIBX Wednesday...
State of Emergency, Closed Roads, Power Outages in Central New York
Mother Nature has caused chaos across New York and the Governor has declared a statewide State of Emergency. Oneida County is also under a State of Emergency through July 23. A curfew is in place in areas impacted by the storm from 8:30 PM to 5:30 AM. Oneida County Executive...
Rome residents reel from devastating tornado that left city in shambles
ROME, N.Y. — Jennifer Riolo said in just 20 seconds, her family in Rome lost everything in what the National Weather Service is describing as the worst tornado to hit Oneida County in at least 30 years. More than 10k people without power in Rome; neighbors describe area as...
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