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BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM EST THIS EVENING * WHAT…Blizzard conditions. Additional snow accumulations between 12 and 20 inches. Winds gusting as high as 55
STONY POINT, N.Y. — Rockland County awoke Monday to the full force of what local officials and residents have dubbed “SNOWPOCOLYPSE II,” as a powerful winter storm dropped roughly a foot of snow across much of the county, accompanied by wind gusts reaching 50–55 mph and whiteout conditions at times.
A state of emergency declared Sunday evening by County Executive Ed Day remained in effect through the height of the storm until 5 pm today, with officials urging residents to stay off the roads and allow plow crews and emergency personnel to operate safely.
Blizzard Conditions and Travel Restrictions
The National Weather Service maintained a blizzard warning through 6 p.m., forecasting additional accumulations between nine and 14 inches in some areas and warning of minor coastal flooding along the Hudson River.
Under the emergency order, all non-essential vehicles were required to be off the roads beginning at 6 p.m. Sunday. Only emergency and authorized essential personnel were permitted to travel.
County highway crews operated continuously overnight in coordination with police, fire departments, and utility providers. Officials reported that residents largely complied with travel restrictions, significantly reducing accidents and roadway hazards.
Warming centers across the county were opened for adults 18 and older, with designated transportation pickup locations in Nyack, Haverstraw, Spring Valley and Pomona.
Clarkstown: “People Heeded the Warnings”
In the Town of Clarkstown, Supervisor George Hoehmann reported approximately 12 inches of snow, with slightly heavier accumulation in the southern part of town.
“I have to say that people largely heeded the warnings,” Hoehmann said. “The roads were pretty well deserted overnight, other than emergency vehicles and snow plows.”
Clarkstown police reported only a handful of minor incidents, including one plow truck striking a utility sign. Officers also assisted in transporting essential healthcare workers to local hospitals.
The town’s 56 plow routes were in full operation, though officials cautioned residents that during heavy snowfall — at times reaching two inches per hour — streets may appear unplowed even if a truck had passed through hours earlier.
“Just because you see several inches on your road doesn’t mean the plow hasn’t been there,” Hoehmann explained. “It can take up to four hours to complete a full route.”
Municipal services were scaled back. Garbage and recycling pickup were canceled, justice court was postponed, and the town’s Mini-Trans bus service was suspended. Community centers were maintained with skeletal crews to serve as warming locations if needed.
Despite the severity of the storm, no widespread power outages were reported in Clarkstown.
Haverstraw: Wind and Whiteouts Pose Biggest Risk
To the north, Town of Haverstraw Supervisor Howard Phillips reported slightly lighter snowfall totals, averaging around 11 inches, but emphasized that high winds and blowing snow created the most dangerous conditions.
“The whiteout conditions are the real problem,” Phillips said. “This is heavy snow, and with the wind persisting, branches and even trees can come down.”
Phillips was joined by Highway Superintendent Bart Gordon, who noted that plow crews had been working nearly around the clock since early Sunday morning. The town also took pride in maintaining state roads such as Route 9W and Route 202 within its borders.
Officials also warned of wildlife hazards, reporting deer roaming in roadways during the storm due to the absence of regular traffic.
Like Clarkstown, Haverstraw canceled garbage pickup and delayed opening town facilities. Officials urged residents to remain patient as plowing operations progressed from primary road clearing to sidewalks, intersections, and bus stops.
Stony Point and Countywide Coordination
Stony Point Supervisor Amy Conklin-Stamm was scheduled to provide further updates later in the morning broadcast, alongside County Executive Day.
Across Rockland, officials coordinated closely to manage snow removal, emergency response, and public communication. Many towns reported full compliance with snow emergency parking regulations, minimizing the need for towing and allowing plows to clear streets more efficiently.
Schools, Services and Coastal Flooding
Nearly all school districts across Rockland and surrounding areas announced closures. Public transportation services, including municipal bus systems, were suspended. Recycling collection in several municipalities was rescheduled.
The National Weather Service also issued a flood advisory for low-lying areas along the Hudson River, warning of minor inundation in waterfront parks, parking lots and shoreline properties. Residents were cautioned not to drive through flooded roadways.
A list of closings is included below.
Looking Ahead: A Thaw on the Horizon
Despite the significant snowfall, there is relief in sight. Forecasts indicate temperatures could rise into the 40s later in the week, accompanied by rain, which may accelerate snow melt.
Officials cautioned, however, that rapid melting combined with rainfall could create localized flooding concerns.
Snow budgets may also face strain if additional storms materialize. Hoehmann noted that municipal snow removal budgets are calculated using three-year averages — and Rockland has already endured two of its largest storms in nearly a decade within a single winter season.
Snow Closings
- Nanuet Central School District – Nanuet NY
- BOCES Rockland-West Nyack – West Nyack Closed
- BOCES-Nyack Adult Education – Nyack Closed
- East Ramapo CSD (Spring Valley) – Spring Valley Closed
- Florida School District – Florida Closed
- Foster Grandparents Prog. of Rockland County – Nyack Closed
- Iqra DarulEhsan Academy – Suffern Classes Canceled
- Marist University – Poughkeepsie Closed
- Meals on Wheels of Greater Newburgh – Newburgh Closed
- Middletown Christian School-SDA – Middletown Closed
- Newburgh City School District – Newburgh Closed
- North Rockland Centl. School District – Garnerville Closed
- Nyack School District – Nyack Closed
- Pearl River School District – Pearl River Closed
- Poughkeepsie City School District – Poughkeepsie Closed
- Premier Dialysis Center – Harriman Delayed start at 11:00 AM
- SUNY Orange – Middletown Closed
- South Orangetown Central School District – Blauvelt Closed
- Venture Together – Nanuet Closed
- Wappingers Central School District – Hopewell Junction Closed
- West Street Childcare Learning Center – Spring Valley Closed
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