Southampton Supervisor Declares Local Snow Emergency

SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Update: Sunday, 9 a.m.: The snow emergency in Southampton Town has been lifted.

Southampton Town Supervisor Jay Schneiderman has a message for residents during Saturday's snowstorm: Stay home.

Schneiderman said he declared a local snow emergency as of 3 p.m. and has informed the town clerk to prepare the declaration.

"Residents should stay off the roads because it's not safe, and it hampers our ability to keep the roads clean," he said.

Southampton Town Police also told residents to take heed.

"Due to the current weather forecast models our township has the potential for up to 12 inches of snow," police said in a release. "Blowing snow will decrease visibility and cause drifts making roadways very difficult to navigate. Roadway surfaces are very slippery. Expect the eastern portion of the township to be hit the hardest. The Southampton Town Police are requesting everyone to stay off the roadway with no unnecessary travel. Police have encountered numerous motor vehicle accidents since 10 a.m.," the release said.