New York counties in the path of totality for April's solar eclipse are preparing for the event. In Chautauqua County, the Office of Emergency Services, and partners, have launched a comprehensive public awareness campaign. During the afternoon … [Read more...]
County Emergency Services Releases Smartphone App
The Chautauqua County Office of Emergency Services has released a smartphone application as a new way to connect with county residents and visitors. Through the app, users can: · Submit damage reports, · view current power outages, · find local … [Read more...]
County Distributing COVID-19 Tests in Mayville on Sunday
The County will be distributing free COVID-19 tests this Sunday in Mayville. The Chautauqua County Health Department and Office of Emergency Services are holding a drive-thru event to distribute the free COVID-19 rapid at-home test kits from 1 to … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Distributes COVID-19 Tests, Masks to Municipalities
Chautauqua County is distributing at-home COVID-19 test kits and KN95 masks to local municipalities. The local municipalities who requested the test kits and masks will then organize their own distribution efforts to get the items out to their … [Read more...]
Office of Emergency Services Continues to Monitor Lake Erie’s Water Levels
DUNKIRK - The Chautauqua County Office of Emergency Services is monitoring the high levels of Lake Erie as it continues to rise. Lake Erie is at levels 30 inches above the long term average level for the month of May. The high water level is due … [Read more...]
Residents Urged to Use Caution during High Wind Warning
Individuals Should Report Downed Electrical Power Lines to Their Utility Company MAYVILLE - With a High Wind Warning issued by the National Weather Service in Buffalo for Chautauqua County for Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., the Chautauqua County … [Read more...]
County Emergency Services Officials Seek Public Input on Hazard Mitigation Plan
MAYVILLE - The Chautauqua County Office of Emergency Services is seeking additional public input on the updated draft of the County’s Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan. “Public participation in the planning process is critical to the … [Read more...]
County Residents Should Be Prepared for Possible Flooding Starting Next Week
MAYVILLE, NY (Feb. 27, 2015) - Heavy rain and warmer temperatures - combined with the enormous amount of snow we’ve received this winter - are cause for concern related to flooding. That's according to the Chautauqua County Department of Health … [Read more...]