Town Urges Residents to Take “Common Sense” Precautions

The current weather forecast indicates the probability of significant snowfall across
Brookhaven Town on Friday night (1/28) and Saturday (1/29). The Town urges residents to take these “common sense” precautions to ensure their safety during this and future snow events:

• Stay off the roads and park your car in your driveway to allow snow plows and emergency vehicles to
  pass.
• Clear fire hydrants in your area.
• Remove ice and snow from steps, sidewalks, and walkways.
• Keep cell phones and other electronic devices charged.
• Have a battery-operated radio and a flashlight ready in case of a power outage.
• When shoveling snow, dress warmly in layers and avoid over-exertion.
• If you must drive, make sure your tires are properly inflated and windshield wipers are working properly.
• Keep your pets indoors.
• Check on elderly and infirmed friends and neighbors.
• Listen to the local radio or television news for weather updates and emergency notifications.
• When using a generator, place it outdoors and follow all manufacturers’ safety precautions.

Residents should call 451-TOWN to report snow-related issues. Call 911 for police, fire, and ambulance emergencies only. To report a power outage or downed wires, call PSEG at 800-490-0075 or go to www.psegliny.com to file a report online.

Please go to the Town’s website at www.brookhavenny.gov for up-to-date snow-related news, information, weather updates, and emergency contact numbers.

The Town may also send out e-mail alerts to residents who have registered on our e-mail list. If you are not on the list, you can sign up today at www.brookhavenny.gov. Residents can also sign up for countywide Code Red
alerts at www.suffolkcountyny.gov.