FROM THE VILLAGE---WEATHER ALERT---TORNADO WATCH ADVISORY ISSUED & CLOSURE OF ROUTE 129, ADDITIONAL ROAD AND OUTAGE INFO

Weather Alert: Tornado Watch, Wind Advisory Issued & Closure on Route 129
Posted on: August 9, 2024 - 1:54pm

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch, which is in effect until 10:00 PM EDT for Westchester County. A Tornado Watch is an alert issued when weather conditions are favorable for the development of tornadoes in a specific area. During a Tornado Watch, it's important to be prepared and stay alert in case conditions worsen. Monitor local news, weather radio, or weather apps for updates. Tornado Watches can escalate to Tornado Warnings, which indicate that a tornado has been spotted or is imminent.

Additionally, a Wind Advisory is in effect until 11:00 PM EDT today, with south winds of 15 to 20 mph and gusts up to 40 mph expected in southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey, and southeast New York. Please be aware that gusty winds may cause unsecured objects to blow around, down tree limbs, and potentially result in power outages. Use extra caution, especially while driving, and secure any outdoor items.

Sign Up for Weather & Emergency Alerts

Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant and stay informed by visiting the National Weather Service page at http://weather.gov/okx for additional information.

The Village of Croton-on-Hudson uses the Everbridge Emergency Call and Email Notification Service for street closures, power outages, water shut-offs, and other matters impacting village quality of life. Click here to register to receive Everbridge Notifications, including emails and text messages, from the Village.

Contacting Utilities

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.
Read Con Edison's Guide to Preparing for a Power Outage
Consider signing up for the ConEd Life Supporting Equipment Registry if you or a loved one rely on medical equipment
OptimumClick 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.
VerizonUse the Verizon Troubleshooter to report any damage to your Verizon equipment, schedule service for your Verizon line at your home, or r equest 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.

Road Closures

Please be advised that Route 129 is currently closed near Dailey Drive due to fallen trees and downed power lines. For your safety, we urge you to avoid this area and seek alternative routes. Crews are on-site working to clear the debris and restore normal conditions. Please monitor the Village's social media channels for updates on current conditions.

During a tornado watch or wind advisory, it's best to avoid unnecessary travel, stay updated on weather conditions, and be prepared for sudden road closures due to fallen trees, power lines, or debris. If you must travel, exercise extreme caution, especially in high-profile vehicles, and plan alternative routes in case of road closures.

If you encounter an emergency, dial 911.

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Facebook Lounsbury Road is closed at Giglio Court due to a downed tree and wires.

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17K WITHOUT POWER 17K Outages And Rising As Debby Grazes The Hudson Valley | Mid Hudson Valley, NY Patch

As of 6 PM, all roads in the Village are open, with the exception of Route 129 between both ends of Batten Road.

FROM THE GREAT DOUGLAS MURRAY, RIOTS IN BRITAIN SHOULD BE WARNING TO US

If one of your allies starts to fall apart, you should notice it. And learn why.

This past week, Great Britain has been racked with riots and disorder. In Northern Ireland, Protestants and Catholics even came out to riot alongside each other for once.

What has gone on has huge lessons for America. And our politicians here should take note.

The disorder in Britain began after three girls, ages 6, 7 and 9, were stabbed to death as they took part in a Taylor Swift-themed dance party. In the immediate aftermath, locals in Southport were shocked, angry and looking for someone to blame.

In the UK, as in America, the authorities do not just release information about suspects and culprits. They “manage” the release.  MORE AT Riots in Britain should be warning to US (nypost.com)

BY SPECIAL REQUEST---THE CROTON HISTORIAN 2009--ALL ABOUT CROTON HARMON HIGH SCHOOL

Welcome to The New Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton -- our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools -- in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

As many of you know, The Croton Historical Society puts out a quarterly publication called THE CROTON HISTORIAN. It's a perk that comes with membership and is always informative, fun and nostalgic! (If you are not yet a member, you can download the application here: https://www.crotonhistoricalsociety.org/

It's also a lot of hard work by the volunteers.

The blog had a request for the  2009 CROTON HISTORIAN that was all about Croton-Harmon High School; here are some select scans from it. Click on the photos below.

RESTORATION PROJECT PLANNED AT VAN CORTLANDT MANOR

Welcome to The New Everything Croton, a collection of all things Croton--our history, our homes, our issues, our businesses, our schools, our houses of worship--in short, EVERYTHING CROTON.

Restoration Project Planned at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton--July 30, 2024 Rick Pezzullo

Historic Hudson Valley officials, supporters and elected representatives joined together Monday morning to kick-off a multi-year restoration project at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton-on-Hudson.

The focus of the project, which is slated to be completed in 2026, will be on the National Historic Landmark’s entrance and Long Walk, an 800-foot brick walkway created during the 36-acre’s 1950s restoration. READ MORE AT Restoration Project Planned at Van Cortlandt Manor in Croton | The Examiner News

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THE NEW EVERYTHING CROTON: 1910 STRANGE HAPPENINGS AT VAN CORTLANDT MANOR

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THE NEW EVERYTHING CROTON: 1968 FIRST LADY'S VISIT TO VAN CORTLANDT MANOR