As a major winter storm is set to impact the region, multiple towns across Rockland County have announced service suspensions and emergency preparations for Monday, February 23.

Clarkstown

The Town of Clarkstown announced significant service changes due to the impending blizzard:

• Garbage and Recycling Pickup: Canceled. Residents are advised that their service provider will collect double the amount on the next regularly scheduled pickup.

• Senior Clubs: Canceled.

• Mini Trans: Canceled.

• Community Centers: The Street School Community Center will remain open as a warming center.

Town officials stated they will continue to provide updates on services, closures, and road conditions as the storm progresses.

Ramapo

Town of Ramapo Supervisor Michael Specht issued a message to residents warning that the latest storm track indicates the area could experience one of the most severe blizzards in the past decade.

Residents are urged to:

• Stay indoors during the height of the storm.

• Stock up on water, food, medications, and essential supplies.

• Check on elderly neighbors and those needing assistance.

• Use extreme caution when shoveling snow, especially those with heart conditions.

Officials also reminded residents that parking on town streets during snow events is prohibited. The Ramapo Police Department will be patrolling to enforce the regulation, as parked vehicles hinder snow removal and can delay emergency response efforts.

In case of emergency, residents are instructed to contact their local police department immediately. The Supervisor’s Office will remain accessible, with staff answering calls both on-site and remotely throughout the storm.

Stony Point

Stony Point Supervisor Amy Stamm advised residents that the storm is expected to intensify and continue overnight into Tuesday. Highway crews are prepared to keep roads as safe and passable as possible, and the Parks Department will be plowing all town-owned lots.

The Stony Point Police Department is urging motorists to stay home unless travel is absolutely necessary.

Residents are reminded to move vehicles off town streets to allow plows to operate efficiently.

Orangetown

The Town of Orangetown announced that garbage collection services will be suspended Monday, February 23 due to anticipated snow and winter storm conditions.

Haverstraw

In the unincorporated areas of the Town of Haverstraw, both recycling and garbage pickup scheduled for Monday will be suspended. Normal pickup will instead take place on Tuesday, February 24.

Officials are asking residents for their understanding and cooperation as crews work to manage the storm safely.

Residents throughout Rockland County are strongly encouraged to remain off roadways unless absolutely necessary and to take all appropriate storm safety precautions.

More updates will be provided as information becomes available.