New York prepares for remnants of tropical storm Zeta – Telemundo New York (47)

NEW YORK – New York is bracing for heavy rains, winds, and even possible snow, which will affect the tri-state area due to the remnants of Tropical Storm Zeta.

That’s why Governor Andrew M. Cuomo on Wednesday urged New Yorkers to exercise caution as, as he put it, the threat of a combination of cold Canadian air and remnants of Tropical Storm Zeta could lead to some snow. mixed with rain across the state beginning Thursday morning through Friday. It reminded New Yorkers to be careful as rainfall combined with cold temperatures can cause dangerous travel, including slippery surfaces.

“New Yorkers are well used to the intense storms in October and this has the potential to generate a mixed mix of cold rain, wind and snow across much of the state,” Governor Cuomo said. “Our state emergency response assets stand ready to assist our local partners if necessary. I ask all travelers to review seasonal safety tips and slow down on our roads during this storm.”

For this New York is preparing as follows:

He Department of Transportation:

• 1,529 large dump trucks

• 182 medium duty trucks with plow

• 49 claw loaders

• 17 trucks with sewer jet

• 31 crawler excavators

• 46 wheeled excavators

• 58 tractors with trailer

• 15 tree crew bucket trucks

• 34 traffic signal trucks

• 6 water pumps (4-6 inches)

• 77 chippers, 10 “(min) capacity

The Thruway Authority:

Thruway Authority has 644 operators and supervisors ready to deploy 239 large plow trucks, 11 tow plows and 60 loaders statewide with more than 90 percent of the salt capacity available in 42 salt sheds in the Thruway system. Additionally, Thruway teams are ready to respond to any flood-related problem with small to medium-sized excavators, trucks, large loaders, portable VMS boards, portable light towers, vacuum trucks and smaller pumps, as well as signage. and control devices available for detours or closures.

New York State Police:

The State Police are prepared to deploy state police as needed to affected areas. All specialized State Police vehicles, including four-wheel drive vehicles, snowmobiles, and task utility vehicles, are prepared and ready for immediate response. All of Troop’s emergency power and communications equipment was tested.

The Department of Environmental Conservation:

Environmental conservation police officers, rangers, emergency management personnel, and regional personnel are on alert and monitoring the developing situation and actively patrolling areas and infrastructure likely to be affected by severe weather. All available assets are positioned to assist with any emergency response.

The Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation

New York State police and park personnel are on alert and closely monitoring weather conditions and impacts. The response team is being powered, tested and prepared for use in response to storms.

The Department of Public Service

New York Public Services has approximately 5,500 workers available to participate in damage assessment, response and restoration efforts throughout New York State. Public Utilities Department staff will monitor utilities work during the storm event and ensure that utilities move the appropriate personnel to the regions expected to experience the greatest impact.

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority

The MTA is taking all necessary precautions to ensure that its services function safely and reliably during and after the storm.

The governor recommended to New Yorkers that before getting behind the wheel, make sure their vehicle is free of ice and snow and if they do not have to drive during the storm not to do so.