New York residents have to evacuate or drown! The governor just released new information regarding emergency shelter access. Find out where you can go to be safe after the jump.
Emma RABID
With Hurricane Irene moving quickly towards New York, Governor Cuomo has declared a state of emergency and has activated all levels of state government to prepare for any situation that may be caused by the storm.
As the state prepares, Governor Cuomo wants all New York City residents to know where they may find shelters in their local communities.
For more information about New York City evacuation zones and emergency shelters, please visit: http://www.nyc.gov/html/oem/html/hazards/storms_sheltering.shtml.
Important Phone Numbers for New York City Residents:
• Public Inquiries in NYC: 311
• Public Inquiries outside NYC: 212-639-9675American Red Cross
• Bronx: 718-823-1418
• Brooklyn: 718-330-9200
• Manhattan: 1-877-REDCROSS
• Queens: 718-558-0053
• Staten Island: 718-983-1600As the Governor readies the state, New Yorkers should personally prepare for serious storm conditions.
