4 p.m. UPDATE:
A Local State of Emergency has been declared in the Towns of Cohocton and Prattsburgh to support additional restoration efforts by public works crews following recent flooding caused by excessive rainfall.
Steuben County officials continue to actively monitor conditions across the region as recovery operations remain underway. Public works teams are responding to storm-related damage, including roadway impacts and infrastructure concerns.
Residents and the traveling public are urged to exercise caution when traveling through storm-affected areas. Impacted towns include Dansville, Fremont, Cohocton, Avoca, Wheeler, Prattsburgh, Urbana, Pulteney, Wayne, and Wayland.
Motorists should be alert for road closures, debris, and public works crews working in these areas.
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Steuben County continues to monitor conditions following flooding caused by Tuesday’s excessive rainfall. While water levels have receded in many areas, multiple State, County, and local roads remain closed or impacted due to damage, debris, and residual water.
Affected areas include the Towns of Dansville, Fremont, Cohocton, Avoca, Wheeler, Prattsburgh, Urbana, Pulteney, Wayne, and Wayland.
The Steuben County Office of Emergency Services advised residents to avoid non-essential travel within the affected towns listed above throughout the overnight hours. Road conditions may change rapidly, and keeping roadways clear remains critical for ongoing response and recovery operations. Use caution when traveling and do not drive around barricades or through standing water.
The Town of Prattsburgh has declared a State of Emergency due to road conditions and has issued a non-essential travel advisory until further notice.
Emergency responders and highway crews continue to assess damage, clear debris, and make necessary repairs to restore safe travel conditions.
Current Road Closures:
- County Route 121 from I-390 to Loon Lake – Town of Cohocton
- County Route 50 between Ward Rd. and Lander Rd. – Town of Wayland
- East Lake Road at Reynolds Rd. – Town of Wayland
- County Route 122 between Porter St. and Fairgrounds Rd. – Town of Prattsburgh
- County Route 7 between West Creek Rd. and Wraight Rd. – Town of Prattsburgh
- County Route 9 from Wallace to Ingleside
- Pressler Rd. – Town of Prattsburgh
- Cook School Rd. between Mattoon Rd. and County Route 7 – Town of Prattsburgh
For current New York State roadway conditions and closures, visit NY511.
