Broome County Office of Emergency Services

Broome County Office of Emergency Services Official Page for the Broome County Office of Emergency Services
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Mission Statement: To provide planning, training, resources, response, warning, coordination and information through communications to the public, elected officials and public safety agencies to assist them in preparing for, responding to and mitigating emergencies and disasters which affect the residents of Broome County.

As we start summer and recognize Flag Day today, let’s also raise a flag for preparedness. With more time spent outdoors...
06/14/2026

As we start summer and recognize Flag Day today, let’s also raise a flag for preparedness. With more time spent outdoors, traveling, and gathering with family and friends, being prepared helps keep everyone safe all season long.

Visit: Ready.gov for more information on getting prepared this summer!

Firework and Sparkler Safety! The 250 celebration brings more celebrations to our communities this year. Let's make sure...
06/13/2026

Firework and Sparkler Safety!
The 250 celebration brings more celebrations to our communities this year. Let's make sure we stay safe!

Stay Hydrated! Your body needs Water to Keep Cool. Drink Plenty of Fluids even if you don't Feel Thirsty.Be Prepared and...
06/12/2026

Stay Hydrated! Your body needs Water to Keep Cool. Drink Plenty of Fluids even if you don't Feel Thirsty.

Be Prepared and Stay Safe!

⚠️The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for: Broome County in central New ...
06/11/2026

⚠️The National Weather Service in Binghamton has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for:

Broome County in central New York...
Southern Cortland County in central New York…
Eastern Chemung County in central New York...
Tioga County in central New York...
Southeastern Tompkins County in central New York...
Southwestern Chenango County in central New York...

* Until 715 PM EDT.

* At 610 PM EDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Harford to near Caroline to near Spencer to Lockwood to near Wellsburg, moving east at 35 mph.

HAZARD: 60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE: Radar indicated.

IMPACT: Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include:
Chemung, Binghamton, Elmira, Vestal, Johnson City, Endicott, Southport, Barton, Kirkwood, and Conklin.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

Heavy rainfall is occurring with these storms, and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.

UPDATE: 8:13 PM- Cancelled ⚠️Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued June 11 at 4:12PM EDT until June 11 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS ...
06/11/2026

UPDATE: 8:13 PM- Cancelled
⚠️Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued June 11 at 4:12PM EDT until June 11 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY⚠️

IN NEW YORK THIS WATCH INCLUDES 13 COUNTIES

IN CENTRAL NEW YORK:
BROOME, CHEMUNG, CHENANGO, CORTLAND, DELAWARE, MADISON, ONONDAGA, OTSEGO, SCHUYLER, SENECA, STEUBEN, TIOGA, TOMPKINS

IN PENNSYLVANIA THIS WATCH INCLUDES 6 COUNTIES

IN NORTHEAST PENNSYLVANIA:
BRADFORD, LACKAWANNA, LUZERNE, SUSQUEHANNA, WAYNE, WYOMING

THIS INCLUDES THE CITIES OF BINGHAMTON, CORNING, CORTLAND, DELHI, ELMIRA, HALLSTEAD, HAMILTON, HAWLEY, HAZLETON, HONESDALE, HORNELL, ITHACA, MONTROSE, NORWICH, ONEIDA, ONEONTA, OWEGO, SAYRE, SCRANTON, SENECA FALLS, SYRACUSE, TOWANDA, TUNKHANNOCK, WALTON, WATKINS GLEN, WAVERLY, AND WILKES-BARRE.

Issued By: NWS Binghamton NY

Stay safe during high heat by knowing the signs and ways to respond to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.🧊Move to a cooler...
06/11/2026

Stay safe during high heat by knowing the signs and ways to respond to heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

🧊Move to a cooler area.

🥤When working in the heat, drink 24-32 ounces of water per hour.

🧢Wear light clothing & sunscreen.

🚑Call 9-1-1 for emergency medical care.

Be Prepared and Stay Safe!

UPDATE at 5:42 PM: Cancelled ⚠️Heat Advisory issued June 11 at 12:18AM EDT until June 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton...
06/11/2026

UPDATE at 5:42 PM: Cancelled

⚠️Heat Advisory issued June 11 at 12:18AM EDT until June 11 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Binghamton NY⚠️

🔸What: Heat index values of 95 to 100 expected.
🔸Where: Broome, Chemung, Onondaga, Schuyler, Seneca, Southern Cayuga, Steuben, Tioga, Tompkins, and Yates Counties.
🔸When: From noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening.
🔸Impacts: Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
🔸Additional Details: The hottest conditions will be in urban valley areas, where heat index values will climb above 95 degrees this afternoon. Showers and thunderstorms could provide relief from the heat during the late afternoon and evening.
🔸Instructions: To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

Are you excited to view the Big Boy No. 4014 as it travels through Broome County on Friday? It will be traveling from Ow...
06/10/2026

Are you excited to view the Big Boy No. 4014 as it travels through Broome County on Friday? It will be traveling from Owego to Binghamton beginning around 11:30am in the West.

Here are some safety tips for viewing safely:

Big Boy is enormous, and when it passes at speed, it can create strong wind and debris.
🔸Stay at least 25 feet (8 meters) from the track.
🔸Never stand on the rails or ballast.
🔸Expect dust and steam.

Many people gather at grade crossings to watch trains pass. If you choose one of these locations:
🔹Stay behind crossing gates and warning lights
🔹Never walk around lowered gates
🔹Do not park vehicles on or near the tracks
🔹Expect additional trains on nearby tracks

Big Boy is one of the most photogenic locomotives in the world. Here are a few ways to capture great shots safely.
🔸 Use a telephoto or zoom lens instead of moving closer
🔸 Scout your location early
🔸 Be aware of where you’re standing
🔸 Keep clear escape paths from roads or crowds

If you plan to watch Big Boy for a while, a few items make the experience better:
🔹Sunglasses or safety glasses (for cinders)
🔹Hat or cap
🔹Camera with zoom lens
🔹Water and sunscreen
🔹Comfortable walking shoes

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153 Lt Vanwinkle Drive
Binghamton, NY
13905

Telephone

+16077782170

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