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Drone videos capture intense storm damage in Rome and Canastota
CENTRAL NEW YORK (WSYR-TV) — Severe storms ripped through two CNY counties, leaving tens of thousands without power, buildings in ruins, and The National Weather Service looking for answers. Drone video of Rome damage Video courtesy of Ben Augustine. In Oneida County, Rome was hit by a likely tornado. Areas in Downtown Rome, neighborhoods, and […]
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...
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...
Assemblywoman Buttenschon Statement on Tornado
New York State, Oneida County, and Rome are still currently under a State of Emergency. Many of our families, churches, organizations, businesses, and government offices have been devastated by the tornado that touched down in Rome. My prayers go out to all that are dealing with the current devastation. Thank...
Tornado, storms ravage Rome and Canandaigua in upstate NY. The latest
Wind, rain and funnel clouds have ripped through parts of western and central New York for the second straight week, most recently impacting Canandaigua in Ontario County and Rome in Oneida County. Here's what we know about the two most recent events, including a tornado touching down in Canandaigua on Monday afternoon and...
How can childcare improve in Oneida County? Taskforce releases report with recommendations
Findings have been released by the Oneida County Childcare Taskforce, including several recommendations to improve childcare worker employment, training, and retention; expand capacity; and identify and eliminate access barriers. “Oneida County is devoted to the belief that quality childcare should be accessible to all residents,” Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente Jr. said in a statement. “The current lack of childcare staff, certified and state-approved facilities and awareness of existing resources are among our greatest challenges. We will...
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...
Local resident from Barneveld accused of criminal contempt in Trenton: NYSP
TRENTON- A local resident is faced with an accusation stemming from an alleged domestic dispute Monday in Oneida County, authorities say. Karyona L. Cittadino, 28, of Barneveld, NY was arrested Monday morning by the New York State Police (Remsen). Cittadino is formally charged with one misdemeanor count of criminal contempt in the second-degree (disobeying court order).
More than 10k people without power in Rome, neighbors describe area as 'war zone'
ROME, N.Y. — Update:. As of early Wednesday morning, there are still no reports of injuries to people in the City of Rome following a strong storm on Tuesday, July 16. 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.
Power outages reported across our viewing area
A strong wind storm continues to sweep through Central New York. About 30,000 customers were without power in Oneida County, including about 11,000 in Rome, officials said Tuesday evening. To see power outages across the state, click here.
[PHOTOS] Confirmed Tornado Tears Through Rome NY
Update 6:14pm: Governor Hochul says she has deployed the NYS Police and other agencies to help in Oneida County. As the heat index rose and the potential for storms grew, a tornado has been confirmed in Rome, NY - just north of Utica. Photos from the scene show a church with its roof and steeple torn off, numerous downed trees and power lines, overturned vehicles - even a B-52 bomber on display at the Air Force base was moved by the strong winds.
Update: Tornado warning for Oneida County early Tuesday evening
On Tuesday at 3:42 p.m. an updated tornado warning was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 4 p.m. for Oneida County. "At 3:27 p.m., a confirmed tornado was near Rome, moving east at 35 mph," states the weather service. "Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely."
Update: 36,000 customers without power in Central New York as severe storms rumble through
Update: As of 6:40 p.m., 36,000 customers in Central New York were without power. Syracuse, N.Y. -- More than 48,000 customers in Central New York are without power this afternoon as yet another round of damaging storms barrels through the region. In Oneida County alone, 27,626 National Grid customers were...
Medical Incident Leads To Crash
A 45-year-old Waterville man died after a crash on Route 20 in the Town of Sangerfield July 7. According to the Oneida County Sheriff's Department, the incident occurred that Sunday night around 11:04. When deputies arrived, they said they found David Rice had been driving a 2014 blue Dodge Ram...
Here’s Where To Find Shelter And Food In The City Of Rome New York
If you need shelter, or food, in the City of Rome New York after the devasting storms and tornado, here's where you can go. Please email david.wheeler@townsquaremedia.com to get food, shelters, and services added to this list. American Red Cross Eastern New York. American Red Cross is operating a shelter...
LIVE TORNADO UPDATES: Mohawk Valley region reacts to July 16 severe weather
(NOTE: These notes will be updated throughout the day today.) As the region woke up on Wednesday, July 17, cleanup and assessment efforts were already underway in the wake of the confirmed tornado that ripped through the area on Tuesday.
Wednesday Forecast: Dry Start With PM Scattered Showers and Storms
Good morning. We are devastated to see the damage that took place across parts of CNY yesterday especially in the Rome area as severe weather ripped over the Northeast. Today, a few more storms are possible in the afternoon forming along a frontal boundary however we aren’t expecting these to get too strong. These will strengthen south and east of Utica almost along the border of Oneonta and Delaware Counties before continuing east.
Aerial perspective shows scope of damage in Rome
ROME, N.Y. — CNY Central has been provided drone footage showing the scope of the damage in the City of Rome following severe storms taking aim on the area on Tuesday, July 16. The drone footage is from Brandon Hoffman, who looked down at some of the hardest hit...
1 dead after being shot in a Rome park after a softball game
A man was fatally shot at a park in Rome following a softball game, according to the Rome Police Department. On Sunday, July 14, while at a softball tournament in Haselton-Wright Park, police say a verbal dispute ensued between Theodore Chrystie and members of an opposing team. At approximately 8:15 p.m., the Rome Police...
'Some kind of warzone': Romans in shock after storm hits city
ROME — Residents of Rome were taken by surprise when a powerful storm swept through the city, leaving behind a scene of widespread damage and disbelief. Some residents got to work fixing their homes, others went out in search of loved ones and even more walked downtown to see the devastation for themselves.
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