DOT reports 67 overnight incidents on Long Island, urges drivers not to enter standing water

Department of Transportation Commissioner Rice Dominguez said DOT crews have been working to clear drains and respond to incidents across Long Island and the Hudson Valley; he said there were about "67 incidents" overnight on Long Island and that roughly "17" incidents affected signals. He described one current roadway impact: Route 114 is blocked by a fallen tree and power line and utilities are on scene.

Dominguez emphasized public safety for motorists: "If you see standing water, don't drive through it. It's the best thing that you can do is to just pull over, call for assistance. Don't risk it." He said traffic management centers are operating 24/7 and personnel are embedded with partners across the New York metropolitan area.