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Daring Rescue: Many Saved After Multiple Boats Overturn In Upstate New York
Six people boating in an Upstate New York River were injured when multiple boats overturned and saved miles away. On Tuesday, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) confirmed in its " DEC Forest Rangers - Week in Review" that Forest Ranger saved six people from a river. The weekly report highlights recent statewide forest ranger action.
Update: Man shot on I-690 in Syracuse expected to survive; highway lanes have reopened
Update 8:42 p.m.: I-690 lanes have reopened. Update 8:20 p.m.: A man was shot in the upper body on Interstate 690 East near Teall Avenue, said Kieran Coffey, a Syracuse police spokesperson. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may...
National Grid: It could be days to restore power to Rome area
Rome, N.Y. — Utility workers are mobilizing Wednesday to restore electric power to Rome and the surrounding area after severe storms, but there is no firm estimate on when service will be fully back online, a National Grid spokesperson said. Restoring power could be a multi-day process, according to...
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...
Tornado, storms ravage Rome and Canandaigua in upstate NY
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...
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.
Less than 6k without power in Oneida Co.
Update 10:00 a.m. Thursday 7-18-2024: As of this update, National Grid is working to restore power to those impacted by Tuesday’s storms. As of 10 a.m., National Grid reported 5,693 customers affected by outages in Oneida County and National Grid is still assessing the condition of the power grid and is unable to give a […]
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...
‘Whatever you need, we’re here to help:’ officials working to clean up Rome’s damages
ROME, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Gov. Hochul arrived in Rome this morning to give locals hope for the rest of their summer. “Whatever you need, we’re here to help. We’re not abandoning you,” said the governor. Extreme damage has been left in the area following — what has now been confirmed by the National Weather Service […]
Community Foundation to establish emergency fund for Rome tornado
ROME, NY (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) — In the aftermath of the tornado that hit the City of Rome on Tuesday, July 16, the Community Foundation in Utica is looking to help those affected. The Foundation — which helps people in Herkimer and Oneida Counties announced on Wednesday, July 17 that they...
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...
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 Tuesday. The drone footage is from Brandon Hoffman, who looked down at some of the hardest hit areas. The photos...
PHOTOS: Mother Nature Leaves Behind Destruction in Rome, New York
Wow, Mother Nature! One day after storms tore through New York, bringing down trees and power lines, another ripped through Rome causing extensive damage that has the city in a State of Emergency. The devastation is hard to believe and painful to see. Flipped Cars. The winds were so powerful...
Utica Maennerchor Bavarian Festival: food, music, and fun from July 19-21
UTICA, N.Y. — The annual Utica Maennerchor Bavarian Festival is from Friday, July 19 through Sunday, July 21. The event features music, food, dancing, and fun for families and friends. Gates open at 5 p.m. on Friday and noon on Sunday. The Bavarian Brothers will entertain from 6 to...
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.
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