In a personal phone call to FEMA's administrator, Senator Charles Schumer asked that FEMA quickly recommend a disaster declaration be submitted to the White House for approval.
Herkimer County officials have announced the launch of a flood resources web page to provide residents with updates and information about the recent flooding.
After visiting the Village of Mohawk and touring the flood damage yesterday evening, Governor Andrew Cuomo has ordered 250 National Guard troops to assist police and fire officials in the affected areas.