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DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY
A State of Emergency is hereby declared in the Town of Putnam Valley effective at 4 PM on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
The State of Emergency has been declared due to the flash flooding, torrential rainfall, numerous road and bridge closures, and other storm-related impact.
This situation threatens public safety.
This State of Emergency will remain in effect for thirty (30) days from the effective date and time stated above, unless rescinded earlier by a subsequent order.
As the Supervisor and Chief Executive of the Town of Putnam Valley, I, Alison Jolicoeur, exercise the authority granted to me under New York State Executive Law § 24 to preserve the public safety and hereby render all required and available assistance vital to the security, well-being, and health of the citizens of the Town of Putnam Valley.
Pursuant to New York State Executive Law § 24, I hereby issue the emergency order set forth below:
Emergency Order No. 1 – Temporary Travel Restrictions:
I hereby direct that all travel on the following roadways is restricted to the defined exceptions in this Order. All unnecessary travel is prohibited.
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This Emergency Order No. 1 is effective at 4 PM on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 and will remain in effect for five (5) days, unless earlier modified or rescinded by a subsequent order.
Defined Exceptions (Permitted Travel):
- Emergency Vehicles: Police, fire, EMS, and other vehicles responding to emergencies.
- Town Highway Vehicles: Town highway and public works vehicles engaged in response, repair, or inspection.
- Utility Vehicles: Vehicles operated by utility providers engaged in restoration, repair, or protection of critical infrastructure.
- Local Travel: Travel by residents, property owners, tenants, or their agents whose point of origin and destination are both located on the restricted roadway, or necessary ingress/egress to access a residence or property located on the restricted roadway, including travel to obtain medical care, medications, food, fuel, or to care for dependents or animals located on that roadway.
- Essential Emergency Personnel: Individuals whose presence is necessary to perform time-sensitive emergency response, life-safety, public safety, utility restoration, or critical municipal functions as determined by their employing agency or the Town.
I further direct that all Town of Putnam Valley Departments and agencies take whatever steps necessary to protect life, property, and public infrastructure and provide such emergency assistance deemed necessary.
Join us for Fireworks, Live Music and more, Thursday July 2nd at 7pm
at the Town Park 156 lake Oscawwana Lake Road, Putnam Valley New York.
Live music at 7 PM with Andrea and the Armenian rug riders.
Food by Serenas Hot Dogs, Octavios, Scottys Egg Rolls, and This Guy’s Fries.
9 PM Fireworks
Beginning 8:00 AM on Monday, May 18th 2026, Cimmaron Road will be closed to all traffic for bridge replacement. The detour route through Horton Hollow Road will be posted. This closure is expected to be 8 to 10 weeks. Your patience is appreciated as we complete this necessary work.
If you have questions regarding the project, the Highway Superintendent, Shawn Keeler, can be reached in the Office at 845-526-3333 or on his cell at 845-745 -0795. Email: SKEELER@PUTNAMVALLEY.GOV
In addition The Hudson Highlands Land Trust will have contractors on-site at 75 Cimarron Road throughout May and early June, working at both the upper and lower portions of the property to (1) demolish the collapsing barn, which is visible from Cimarron Rd, and (2) remove materials and debris left behind by past land owners.
The Hudson Highlands Land Trust purchased the property in 2025 and is dedicated to being good stewards of the land; this work is the critical next step in conserving this cherished landscape. A priority for the remediation of this property is the removal of the deteriorating barn along with other structures and debris that currently pose safety hazards. This is also a reminder that the property remains closed to the public at this time while HHLT works to improve the land and determines the best approach to protecting its natural resources.
If you have any questions, please contact HHLT’s Preserve Manager, Cory Tiger at cory.tiger@hhlt.org or (845) 424-3358 x2.
Winter Weather Update
Due to the severity of the storm and hazardous road conditions, the State of Emergency remains in effect.
Putnam Valley Town Hall and all non-essential Town offices and facilities will remain closed on Monday, February 23, 2026. Any updates will be provided as conditions improve.
The Putnam Valley Highway Department has been actively plowing and treating roads and will continue operations throughout the day.
This storm has produced heavy snow and challenging conditions. With the added impact of wind and ongoing cleanup efforts, residents are asked to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary to allow crews and emergency services to operate safely and efficiently.
Stay well and warm!
*** URGENT WEATHER UPDATE ***
A Blizzard Warning has been issued for Putnam and Orange Counties effective today at 1:00 p.m. until Monday, February 23 at 6:00 p.m. Which means you could expect strong winds accompanied by falling and/or blowing snow, resulting in reduced visibility for three or more hours.
Snowfall will begin in Orange and Putnam Counties on today, February 22 at 1:00 p.m., but the strongest winds and blizzard conditions are expected Sunday night into Monday. Between 14 – 22 inches of snow is expected with snowfall rates up to 2 inches per hour at times. Visibility will be low and travel will become dangerous. Temperatures will feel as low as 14 degrees Fahrenheit. Wind gusts of up to 45 mph are expected. Strong winds and the weight of snow may bring down trees and power lines.
All unnecessary travel is prohibited.
