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Wednesday, August 14, 2024

DEC Forest Rangers assist in evacuating Steuben nursing home prior to storm

Town of Addison

Steuben County
Storm Response: On Aug. 9 at 1:30 p.m., Forest Ranger Staples assisted Steuben County first responders with the evacuation of a nursing home ahead of potential flooding from the remnants of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debby. Ranger Staples helped residents onto a bus and gathered medications for transport to Corning High School until flooding receded. Luckily, the nursing home did not flood, and residents were able to return safely to the facility.  

Flooded area after storm

Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debby flooding

Two school buses in front of a high school

Ranger Staples helps nursing home residents during Hurricane/Tropical Storm Debby