14,420 NYSEG customers without power-All PC Government Offices, with the exception of essential services closed 3/8/18

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After the second storm, NYSEG reports that 14,420 customers are currently out of power.  NYSEG remains in the field with mutual aid crews working towards 100% restoration. NYSEG number for outages is 800 572-1131.
 
Central Hudson Gas & Electric crews are also teamed with mutual aid crews and are working in Continental Village area.  Please call 845-452-2700 for outages.
 
All Putnam County Government Offices, with the exception of essential services, will remain closed Thursday, 3/8/18
“With this second winter storm in our area just 5 days after the first one, we still have residents without power that are now facing a second hurdle” said County Executive MaryEllen Odell. “Our highway crews have been working non-stop since Friday as have our emergency responders” she continued.
 
County Executive Odell reminds residents that comfort facilities are available for Thursday March 8, 2018 at:
  • Town of Southeast town Hall from 7:00am till 5:00pm
  • Knight’s of Columbus, 10 Fair Street, Carmel NY from 9:00am to 4:00pm
  • Patterson Recreation Center from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm
  • Temple Beth Shalom in Mahopac from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • PV Senior Center from 10:00am to 6:00pm
 
Villa Barone Hilltop Manor in Mahopac will be open tonight 3/8/2018 to the public from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. They will be providing soup and a place to charge electronic equipment.
 
The travel ban on all Putnam County roads and Interstate highway restrictions has expired as of 9:00am 3/8/18. While the travel ban has been lifted some roads may be closed for work crews, so please drive with caution due to down trees, wires and debris.
 
“With the second storm finally over but additional outages and trees down in our area I remind everyone to check on family, friends and neighbors to make sure they are okay during this difficult time” said County Executive Odell
 
Putnam County 9-1-1 remains fully manned and should be used for any emergency requests for Police, Fire or EMS.
 
Please continue to monitor NY-Alert for updates