Your Morning Edition for Tuesday, July 16th presented by Canandaigua Dentistry!
Severe storms leave trail of destruction through Finger Lakes. Plus, Cayuga Nation gets favorable DOJ ruling, update on last week's microburst, and looking toward smartphone ban in schools.
Severe thunderstorms leave trail of destruction through the Finger Lakes
Severe thunderstorms packing damage winds and large hail moved through the Finger Lakes and Southern Tier Monday afternoon. There may have even been a tornado in Ontario County, but the National Weather Service hasn’t yet confirmed those reports. Thousands across the region are still without power. Follow the latest from the link below.
FLX Forecast: What to expect today?
Fast 5: What’s happening in the Finger Lakes?
GOVERNING DISPUTE: The Cayuga Nation has resolved its lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Justice, leading to the DOJ’s recognition of the Clint Halftown-led Cayuga Nation Council as the lawful governing body. [READ MORE]
PHONE BAN IN SCHOOLS: Gov. Kathy Hochul wants a statewide ban on student cellphone use in New York schools, saying a district-by-district approach is ineffective. Hochul began a listening tour on Monday, emphasizing that smartphones are a major distraction in classrooms. [READ MORE]
BLOOM UPDATES: The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has launched the 2024 ‘NYHABS’ online system to report harmful algal blooms (HABs). As summer heats up, lakes and rivers become popular spots. However, harmful algae can pose a risk. [READ MORE]
NEW INFO: The New York State Fair begins on August 21 at the NYS Fairgrounds. Online ticket sales start on July 16 at 9 a.m. Admission is $8 per ticket, while seniors (65+) and children (12 and under) enter free daily. A $25 Frequent Fairgoer ticket offers daily admission. Parking is $12 per vehicle. [READ MORE]
MICROBURST LAST WEEK: The National Weather Service confirmed that a microburst, not a tornado, damaged a barn in Seneca County last week. The microburst occurred just before 4 p.m. last Wednesday, with peak winds estimated at 80 mph. [READ MORE]
Mets’ Pete Alonso eliminated in first round of Home Run Derby
New York Mets first baseman Pete Alonso was looking to join Ken Griffey Jr. as the only three-time Home Run Derby winners in history on Monday night in Arlington, but he didn’t make it past the first round.
INSIDE THE FLX: Exclusive conversation with Canandaigua Emergency Squad leaders on state of EMS
MORE LOCAL HEADLINES: What Else Is Happening?
Women’s Institute announces ‘Passport Program’ for Convention Days
Geneva City Council votes 6-2 to eliminate community engagement position
Bath woman charged with multiple felonies after days of incidents