New York State has implemented a statewide burn ban in effect until November 30 due to increased fire risk. This burn ban prohibits the starting of outdoor fires statewide for purposes of brush and debris disposal, as well as uncontained campfires, recreational fires and open fires used for cooking. Backyard fire pits and contained campfires less…

With deep regret and sadness, the East Otto Fire Department and the Cattaraugus County Office of Emergency Services provide the following information on the Funeral Procession information to honor past Fire Chief, current Assistant Fire Chief, and Cattaraugus County Senior Emergency Services Dispatcher Timothy Lexer, who passed away on…

Cattaraugus County has released Public Surveys for the Cattaraugus County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update. Cattaraugus County has assembled a team to update our hazard mitigation plan which addresses hazards that impact our county and municipalities, school districts, and other jurisdictions. Please help us plan for future disasters by completing…

The Cattaraugus County Center in Little Valley, NY will be closed to the public from July 18 to July 19 for repairs due to a water line break. The County Center will be reopening on July 22, 2024. In the meantime some services are available at our other County offices: All NYS Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)-related services will be handled…

From the National Weather Service in Buffalo: There's increasing confidence that an area of strong thunderstorms will move across the area this afternoon and evening. These may produce damaging wind gusts greater than 60 mph, and heavy downpours. Be prepared to take cover if threatening weather approaches.  

We want to be sure everyone knows there is a Tornado WATCH for nearly all of NYS from 12 noon until 9 p.m. today (July 10, 2024) that has been announced by NOAA/ National Weather Service. >> Remember that a watch means that a tornado is POSSIBLE... a Tornado WARNING would be "worse" and means that a tornado is LIKELY. Please keep…

With the severe storms rolling through today (07/10/2024), it's a great time to refresh everyone on severe weather preparedness, information, and safety tips.  See each category below for details. Thunderstorm Info/ Safety Tips: Severe Thunderstorm Watch: Issued when severe thunderstorms are possible in and close to the watch area. The…

Many areas of Olean sustained significant damage from heavy rainfall on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.  The Cattaraugus County Office of Emergency Services is compiling damage information from affected businesses and homeowners.  At this time, information collected will be used to document and track damage only. It is not for reimbursement.…

As this oppressive heat and humidity is upon us, we thought it would be a good time to share a remind of heat related illness signs and symptoms and treatment.  Be prepared to help yourselves and those around during the next few days... and beyond! Symptoms and Treatment for Heat Related Illnesses Illness Symptoms…

Protecting Workers from Heat Illness At times, workers may be required to work in hot environments for long periods. When the human body is unable to maintain a normal temperature, heat-relate illnesses can occur and may result in death. This [page] provides information to employers on measures they should take to prevent heat-related…

In Western New York, most of us wait a long time for hot, summer weather. Good news, it's here! Bad news, it's HOT, like HOT HOT! Please take caution this week. Temperatures will be in the 80s and 90s with feels like temps in the high 90s and even over 100 degrees. ***For the general public*** take breaks, plan time to rest, and stay…

Cattaraugus County will host two New York State Citizen Preparedness classes, open to the public.  This training program is brought to the community by the NYS Governor's Office, NYS Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, Department of Military and Naval Affairs, and local host locations: Gowanda Fire Department, and…

Lyndon Fire Company will sponsor a FREE American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED course open to the public.  Heartsaver CPR/AED is a course designed for "lay rescuers" such as sports coaches, daycare staff, and anyone wanting to learn CPR.  (Note: This is not the appropriate training for trained healthcare providers (EMS, nurses, etc.) that…

Cattaraugus Ambulance Service will host an American Heart Association BLS CPR course next month.  BLS CPR is the appropriate course for trained healthcare providers (EMS, nurses, etc.) that are required to maintain certification for their employment.  (Note: this is not a course designed for "lay…

The Buffalo office of the National Weather Service, in cooperation with Cattaraugus County Emergency Services will be conducting a SKYWARN spotter training seminar at the Cattaraugus County Emergency Services Office, 303 Court St, in Little Valley, NY on Thursday May 11, 2023 at 7:00 PM.  Use the back parking lot at the County Center Building in…