Stony Point residents prepare for threat of hurricane

Residents in the Hudson Valley are preparing for the possible threat of Hurricane Joaquin. During Superstorm Sandy, more than 100 homes along the shore in Stony Point were flooded. Some were completely

News 12 Staff

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Oct 2, 2015, 2:06 AM

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Updated 3,450 days ago

Residents in the Hudson Valley are preparing for the possible threat of Hurricane Joaquin.

During Superstorm Sandy, more than 100 homes along the shore in Stony Point were flooded. Some were completely destroyed.

Town Supervisor Geoffrey Finn says things will be different this time.

"We are not going to make the same mistakes we made before," he says. "We've learned from them and are preparing for the worse."

The town is making sure all the drainage systems on the highway are clear and that they are working closely with the fire department, police and the Red Cross in case the hurricane hits the New York area.

While some houses are close to the water, they will be safer from another hurricane because they all have to be on stilts at least 10 feet off the ground.

Finn advises those staying at home to make sure they have flashlights, batteries and a backup generator.

He also suggests putting gas in the car, and bringing the vehicle to a higher area for residents who live along the shore.