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Croton-on-Hudson Storm Update

Heavy Rainfall and High Winds Likely with Flooding Possible Tuesday Night into Wednesday
Posted on: January 9, 2024 - 11:22am
Storm Watch

A major storm system is expected to bring heavy rainfall to our region this evening into Wednesday. A Flood Watch will be in effect for our region from 6:00 PM January 9th until 6:00 PM on January 10th and Wind Advisory will be in effect for our region from 6:00 PM January 9th until 6:00 AM on January 10th. If you have outdoor holiday decorations or furniture, please check that they are secure and do not blow away.

Rainfall forecast

Tidal flooding along the Hudson River is also expected with this storm. Section I and a portion of Section H at the Croton-Harmon Train Station parking lot will be closed starting this afternoon through tomorrow morning; please use alternate sections if you must take Metro North Railroad this evening or tomorrow morning. If you would like to subscribe to receive text alerts regarding conditions at the Croton-Harmon Train Station Parking Lot, you can register here. The MTA Metro-North Railroad recommends riders consider the option to travel earlier, before the storm’s possible impact. Monitor https://new.mta.info/ or the TrainTime app for possible weather-related service changes or delays.

Flooding is also expected along Elliott Way, including Senasqua Park and Croton Landing. These parks may be closed tomorrow if necessary. 

Residents are encouraged to monitor the local forecast, prepare households and vehicles for heavy rain, and use caution when traveling. Visit the Village's Storm Preparedness Page for helpful tips and information. If you have not signed up for the Village's emergency communications system, Everbridge, please take a few minutes to do so now. Visit https://member.everbridge.net/306355722256671/new to register. 

In the event that utilities such as cable or power are impacted, included here are resources you may contact.

Con Edison

  • If you experience a power outage, please notify Con Edison at 1-800-752-6633
  • Click here to view the Con Ed Outage Map. You can view the map using your web browser or by downloading Con Edison’s free app in the Google Play and Apple stores.
  • Consider signing up for the ConEd Life Supporting Equipment Registry if you or a loved one rely on medical equipment

Optimum

  • Click here to view the Optimum Outage Map.
  • For information on Service Restoration and reporting an outage, visit https://www.optimum.com/storm.  
  • For further assistance, contact 718-860-3514. 

Verizon

  • Use the Verizon Troubleshooter to report any damage to your Verizon equipment, schedule service for your Verizon line at your home, or request assistance to move or remove Verizon equipment.
  • NEVER move or touch downed power lines. Contact Verizon at 1-800-837-4966 to report a downed or low hanging line.  Additionally, you can report a downed line online via the Verizon Troubleshooter.