Glen Cove prepares for winter storm

In the latest snow forecast from the National Weather Service, Glen Cove residents can expect a snow accumulation of up to 14 inches in Nassau County from Wednesday to Thursday.

White out conditions can be anticipated, along with high winds with gusts up to 50 miles per hour. Residents should prepare for potential pouter outages and they should avoid unnecessary driving.

City of Glen Cove Mayor Tim Tenke assured in a statement that the Department of Public Works are working hard to prepare for the storm and ensure the safety of residents.

Residents should do the following:

• Keep the streets clear for snow plowing, salting and sanding by parking cars in the driveway, on the lawn or in Glen Cove’s downtown municipal parking garages.
• If one must park on the street, park on the odd numbered side of the street.
• All residents and business owners are responsible for shoveling and clearing their sidewalks as well as around fire hydrants in front of their property.
• There will be “NO” garbage or recycling pickup on Thursday. Those scheduled for Thursday pick up will now be on Friday, and those normally scheduled for Friday will have their garbage and recycling picked up Saturday.
• Please keep pets indoors and check on neighbors who may need assistance.
• To report a fallen tree or snow issue, call the Department of Public Works hotline at (516) 656-2967 and if you have a power outage, call PSEG at 1-800-490-0075.
• Use 911 for emergencies only.