In response to NASA’s report that a total solar eclipse will occur on April 8, 2024, New York officials are warning New Yorkers to be prepared.
In a recent news release from the New York State Police, officials warned residents to be prepared for cellular service outages, slow 9/11 response times, gridlocked traffic, and demand for food and water during the imminent total solar eclipse.
Also included in the press release was a list of tips urging residents to stock up on food, water and fuel.
The warning from the New York State Police comes as the department seeks to learn from their responses to the 2017 solar eclipse.
We’re just over two weeks away from this year’s total solar eclipse, and while many neighbors, visitors and businesses are preparing for this historic day, so are the New York State Police.https://t.co /1nwXo8YjRC
— NewsChannel 9 (@NewsChannel9) March 21, 2024
According to the New York State Police:
The New York State Police, in close collaboration with other state, local and federal law enforcement, emergency services and transportation agencies, has meticulously developed an emergency operations plan. Our ongoing goal is to provide a full and consistent presence, ensuring the safety of both visitors and residents as they experience and return home from the eclipse. Members of the State Police will implement appropriate security measures for large gatherings and will take all necessary actions to maintain order and the smooth flow of traffic.
Based on past experiences, the planning process for this event was proactive, with the goal of addressing potential impacts within Troop E. Our goal is to minimize any negative effects associated with the large influx of visitors to the local area. This approach builds on lessons learned from the 2017 solar eclipse, where some regions experienced a 100% increase in population in the days before and during the eclipse.
Troop E headquarters will function as the command post for all State Police operations, with forward operating bases established at SP Area Headquarters located in Rochester, Auburn and Bath. Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) will also be located in each county, with representatives from the State Police. The State Police plans to increase the personnel available during the event. Strike teams will be strategically deployed to monitor traffic and quickly respond to any issues that may interfere with the safe flow of traffic or affect the rapid resolution of any incidents. The State Police will have additional aeronautical resources available to monitor traffic and carry out rescue operations, if necessary. We will also have marine assets, ATV/UTV, commercial vehicles, motorcycles and UAS strategically positioned as needed.
Here are the warnings and tips listed by the New York State Police:
New York is one of many states preparing for the solar eclipse.
The Gateway Pundit previously reported that firefighters in Elyria Township in Ohio warned residents to stay indoors during the solar eclipse.
The statement released by officials stressed the importance of being well prepared weeks before the eclipse. Residents are advised to stock up on food, make sure they have a sufficient supply of prescriptions picked up the week before, keep cell phone batteries charged and schedule any necessary appointments before or after the eclipse weekend.
LIGHT:
This is strange: City officials warn residents of Elyria Township, Ohio, to stock up on supplies and stay home during April’s total solar eclipse