A tornado damaged several homes in northern Chautauqua County on Wednesday afternoon. County Executive PJ Wendel described the event in the Forestville area as “tornadic activity,” "There are some definite paths, some significant damage to homes. … [Read more...]
County Gov’t Recognizing Former Emergency Services Director
Chautauqua County Government is recognizing a former Emergency Services Director who has died. County Executive PJ Wendel said Charles L. Smith died on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. He shared his condolences, saying, "It is with heavy hearts and … [Read more...]
County, State Offer Safety Tips For Solar Eclipse
The Chautauqua County Health Department urges residents to use extreme caution while viewing the eclipse. In order to prevent severe eye injury, residents are encouraged to be prepared with proper eclipse viewing glasses. Spectators can prevent … [Read more...]
Free Solar Eclipse Glasses Now Available in Chautauqua County
Chautauqua County officials have announced that free Solar Eclipse glasses are now available for distribution. In November, the County Legislature approved using $50,000 of the county's 3% occupancy tax reserves to purchase around 66,000 glasses … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Is Preparing For April Solar Eclipse
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...]
Thousands Lose Power in North County Due to High Winds
High winds caused thousands to lose power and caused damage in the northern part of Chautauqua County Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Buffalo said a 74 mph gust was reported at Dunkirk at 11:25 a.m. New York State Police reported high … [Read more...]
County Officials Caution About Possible Severe Storms Today
Chautauqua County Officials are warning about possible severe storms today. County Director of EMS Noel Guttman said in a release that county officials attended briefings with local and national weather reporting organizations about the potential … [Read more...]
Crews Making Final Preparations Ahead of Power Winter Storm this Holiday Weekend
State and local crews are making final preparations ahead of a powerful winter storm that is expected to unleash heavy snow along with strong winds in Western New York. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said Emergency Services Director Noel … [Read more...]
Virtual Public Meeting on County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Set for Oct. 17
A virtual public meeting on Chautauqua County's Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan will be held Monday, October 17. Chautauqua County received a Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to … [Read more...]
