Riverhead digs out of winter storm that dropped more than a half foot of snow
And now, we shovel.
A winter storm that dropped more than a foot of snow on parts of Long Island has passed, leaving residents on the North Fork and beyond to dig out of it.
Snowfall totals of between seven and 14 inches were reported across Suffolk County Monday. East Hampton had the lowest reported total at 7.2 inches with about 14 inches falling in Manorville and Shoreham, according to data provided by the National Weather Service. No official snowfall totals were reported in Riverhead or Southold towns.
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Snowfall totals upgraded with eight inches or more now expected to fall in Riverhead
Update: Monday, 5 p.m.:
With a nor’easter continuing to bring snow and rain to the region, some schools are already making plans to adjust their schedules for Tuesday.
The Riverhead Central School District announced it will be closed Tuesday for a second straight day with no remote instruction.
According to the National Weather Service, 12.3 inches of snow was recorded Monday afternoon in Manorville.
Update: Monday, 2:20 p.m.
Riverhead Town police Chief David Hegermiller said police have responded to seven motor vehicle accidents as of 2 p.m., as well as 11 aided cases, typically requiring an ambulance.
Update: (Monday, 7 p.m.)
Update: (Monday, 6 p.m.)
Just under 1,000 customers in Southold Town are without power, according to PSEG Long Island.
Seven outages were reported as of 6 p.m. The majority of the outages are centered in Southold hamlet. PSEG reports a crew is on site at one location affecting just over 500 customers and the estimated restoration is 11:30 p.m.
A crew is listed as en route to the second nearby location where an outage is affecting 359 customers.
Across Long Island, PSEG is reporting 99.77% system reliability.
Update: (Monday, 5:15 p.m.)
With a nor’easter continuing to bring snow and rain to the region, some schools are already making plans to adjust their schedules for Tuesday.
The nurse’s office inside each school building is often a hub of activity.
Students are treated for minor bumps and bruises. At times, more serious injuries like concussions or broken bones require additional medical care. Nurses administer daily medications that some children require, monitoring those with chronic health conditions or who face potentially life-threatening allergies. There are immunizations to track and health exams for student-athletes to be eligible for sports.
Communication is constant with parents and fellow staff members.
“The responsibilities of keeping our students safe have grown, but the hours in the day have stayed the same.”
Alison Soto