Mohawk Valley Flooding 2013

Many Central New York residents were hit hard by the heavy rains and flooding of late June. Homes were inundated by flood waters leaving many in need of substantial repairs and remediation. If you were affected by this disaster or if you are just thinking about doing some updating of your home check out these great "Seize the Deal" auction savings.

(Marcy, NY) - Townsquare Utica radio stations Big Frog 104, Lite 98.7, WIBX 950, Oldiez 96.1 and the Utica Boilermaker would like to thank everyone who generously made a donation to the Mohawk Valley Flood Fund 2013.

On July 17, Governor Cuomo created the Mohawk Valley and Upstate Flood Recovery program. The program is designed to assist homeowners, renters, business owners and farmers impacted by the recent flooding.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo says New York will step in to help flood victims since the federal government will not.

The Boilermaker crowd showed their generosity and support for our neighbors still recovering from the devastating flooding in Central New York.  Thousands donated to the Mohawk Valley Flood Fund and you can still help by giving to the Flood Fund online, with the link below.  See pictures of everyone who gave, the Boilermaker crowd and video of the 'Star Spangled Banner,' which kicked off the post

Dominion is helping Mohawk Valley Flood victims, by doing more than just restoring power.  The company, which is based in Virgina, but has a station in New Hartford,  donated $4000 to our Mohawk Valley Flood fund.  The money will be given to the Salvation Army in Herkimer, one of the hardest hit areas.

Should the Mohawk Valley be declared a Federal disaster area.  Our sister station WIBX's 'Keeler in the Morning' thinks so and he's started a petition.  Keeler, who lives in the area affected by major flooding feels we have a responsibility to listeners to help the flooding victims.

Imagine waking up to a river in your backyard. That's what happened to the Gebo, Adams and Scott families on Charles Street in Mohawk after last weeks flooding. What's left are condemned homes, a pool full of mud, sink holes, a ruined Corvette and all family possessions destroyed. But the flood didn't take anyone's spirit or the compassion of others to help their fellow neighbors. I was amazed at

The Herkimer Salvation Army continues the recovery efforts from The Mohawk Valley Flooding during the July 4 holiday.  Volunteers are serving meals and handing out clean up kits throughout the weekend.  Click for meal locations and information on how to help.

Government officials are encouraging farmers to report their losses from the excessive spring rains and flood waters.  Press releases indicate 15" of rain since mid-May have left lots of farmland underwater and killed many crops.  Click to find out how to get help.

The devastating floods in the Mohawk Valley and Central New York has the Salvation Army looking for help to provide disaster relief. The Herkimer chapter has set up a disaster relief command center and they need volunteers willing to donate their time.  You will serve meals and deliver care packages to people stranded in the areas most affected.

The recent flooding in the Mohawk Valley and across Central New York is bringing out the best in everyone as people band together to help in any way they can.  From donating to our Mohawk Valley Flood Fund, to setting up shelters and providing food and water to emergency personnel. Show your support for flood victims with these social media pictures.  Post to your Twitter or Facebook and you can s