Peekskill Officials: Make Sure Catch Basins are Clear for Hurricane Sandy

Editor's Note: The following statement was issued by the City of Peekskill.

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It is anticipated that Hurricane Sandy will be moving northward and turn to the northeast early next week with direct impacts expected for our area. The National Weather Service forecasts a chance of rain starting on Saturday, all the way through Tuesday. It is expected that rain will be heavy at times, especially late Sunday through Monday into Tuesday. Significant rainfall can be expected. 

This time of year flooding conditions can be worsened due to the amount of leaves that have fallen that can get caught on street level in catch basin grates. We would encourage residents to make an effort to keep leaves off of the street and keep the catch basins clear adjacent to your property. This will help to minimize flooding and property damage. 

The Fire Department receives numerous calls for water conditions and flooding basements with each significant storm event. If your basement is prone to flooding, please take steps now to address this. A reminder to stay out of flooded basements because energized wiring or outlets below the water line may pose a hazard.