Severe Flooding in Coeymans Prompts FEMA Criticism and Local Recovery Efforts
Historic flooding has severely impacted the Town of Coeymans, New York, following recent storms. Congressman Paul Tonko toured the area alongside local officials to assess the damage, which included the Coeymans sewage plant, several homes, and the senior center. Water levels at the sewage plant were reported to have been dangerously high, making management difficult. Some residents, including one woman, were forced to evacuate their homes due to flood damage. Tonko criticized delays in disaster relief declarations and FEMA's response, calling for bipartisan cooperation to address the crisis. Local officials are working on infrastructure improvements, including plans to redirect water into a nearby river. Homeland Security and the Red Cross are providing shelter and gathering damage reports to determine available assistance. Residents are encouraged to report damages through the Town of Coeymans website. Source time: Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:24:10 GMT.