Steuben County Manger, Jack Wheeler has lifted the emergency travel advisory as of this morning, however motorists are urged to use caution while traveling throughout the affected area today. A travel advisory will remain in effect. Wheeler said, “Pay attention to road closures and road conditions do not drive around closed signs. Watch for emergency personnel in the roadway.” Steuben County first responders and highway crews will be out working in multiple areas, slow down and use caution around constructions sites. The following roadways are currently closed or damaged:
• State Route 54-A from Hammondsport Village to Boyd Hill (Follow Detour A)
• State Route 415 bridge between Selleck and Quinn Road is closed, alternate route I-86
• CR12 – Town of Thurston end is Closed from CR333 to Star Road.
• CR21 – Hedgesville – Multiple spots of shoulder damage
• CR119 – From McMaster Road to CR 27
• CR16 – From Aulls Bradford to Quinn in Bath.
• CR113 - From Ovenshier to Faucett
• CR10 - CR15, CR 89, CR87– Open but multiple shoulder erosion and debris (use caution)
• CR11 – Multiple plugged culverts and shoulder erosion and debris (use caution)
• East Lake Road Town of Wayne from East Lake Road Ext. to Corning Landing.
If your basement is flooded, be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if you are standing in water. Turn off the electricity to prevent electric shock if it is safe to do so. Avoid wading in floodwaters, which can be contaminated and contain dangerous debris and bacteria.
Call 911 ONLY for Emergencies. Report downed wires to your local utility.
Turn around, don’t drown!